... stated that in this novel Puzo did know what he was talking about. Mario Puzo was great at researching, and researching is what he did to lay out this dramatic plot. Growing up as an Italian American, Puzo brought into the novel such codes as honor and loyalty, and his vast knowledge in Italian and Sicilian culture and customs. With this ... ...

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• Grade Level: High School