From the former Mafia insider and federal prison inmate comes a remarkable and moving account of his journey from a life of crime to that of a professional writer.
As a teenager, Ferrante made his reputation as a gang leader.  Later, he hooked up with the Gambino crime family. During his time with the mob, Ferrante committed some of the most lucrative robberies in US history.
Eventually, the law caught up with him and Louis found himself behind bars. In jail, Louis read his first book and suddenly, a whole new world opened up to him. During his 8 1/2 years in prison he read everything from Caesar’s GALLIC WARS to classic 19th century fiction.
A self-educated man, Ferrante successfully appealed his own conviction, a case that is cited in courtrooms across the country. In addition to law, he studied the three major faiths, including Buddhism, and eventually chose to become an Orthodox Jew.
 
    


            
Published work

TOUGH GUY: The Life and Crimes of a Mafia Insider (2008) 

Public speaking/TV presentation

In his captivating, deeply honest talks, Ferrante recounts the extraordinary path his life has taken—a true story of transformation that is shocking, inspiring, and unforgettable.  He tells the story of his meteoric rise in the Mafia, his time in prison, and the astonishing turn around his life has made. He has also done many radio and TV interviews across the globe.
 

 
Louis Ferrante's CV