{"title":"Charles Brandt","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Charles Brandt collection, where the intricate world of crime and human introspection awaits you. Charles Brandt is a renowned author celebrated for his compelling storytelling within the realms of \u003cem\u003eCrime \u0026amp; Thriller\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/em\u003e. His works often delve into the gritty and fascinating lives of individuals who have walked the line between legality and infamy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerhaps best known for his gripping non-fiction narrative, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eI Heard You Paint Houses\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, Brandt unravels the enigmatic life of Frank Sheeran, a labour union official turned hitman. This captivating book served as the foundation for the acclaimed film, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Irishman\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Brandt's ability to weave true events with engaging storytelling brings the chilling world of organised crime into vivid focus, offering readers an insightful peek into its inner workings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrandt's work is not just about crime; it's about the human condition—our choices, regrets, and redemption. His books are a perfect blend of thrilling narrative and reflective memoir, making them a must-read for fans of both genres. Dive into our collection and explore the intriguing narratives that only Charles Brandt can deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-irishman-by-charles-brandt-9781473651524","title":"The Irishman","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe book behind the Oscar- and BAFTA-nominated Netflix film directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, Joe Pesci, and Harvey Keitel.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'The movie event of the year' - \u003cem\u003eRolling Stone\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'One of Martin Scorsese's best films ever' - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGuardian\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Irishman\u003c\/em\u003e is an epic saga of organised crime in post-war America told through the eyes of World War II veteran Frank Sheeran, a hustler and hitman who worked for legendary crime boss Russell Bufalino alongside some of the most notorious figures of the 20th Century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpanning decades, Sheeran's story chronicles one of the greatest unsolved mysteries in American history, the disappearance of legendary union boss Jimmy Hoffa, and it offers a monumental journey through the hidden corridors of organised crime: its inner workings, rivalries, and connections to mainstream politics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSheeran would rise to a position of such prominence that in a RICO suit against The Commission of La Cosa Nostra, the US Government would name him as one of only two non-Italians in conspiracy with the Commission. Sheeran is listed alongside the likes of Anthony \"Tony Pro\" Provenzano and Anthony \"Fat Tony\" Salerno.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the course of nearly five years of recorded interviews, Sheeran confessed to Charles Brandt that he handled more than twenty-five hits for the mob, and Brandt turned Sheeran's story into a page-turning true crime classic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846343348460,"sku":"9781473651524","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/18652763482712.jpg?v=1758908345"},{"product_id":"i-heard-you-paint-houses-by-charles-brandt-9781444710502","title":"I Heard You Paint Houses","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eI Heard You Paint Houses\u003c\/em\u003e are the first words Jimmy Hoffa ever spoke to Frank 'the Irishman' Sheeran. To paint a house is to kill a man. The paint is the blood that splatters on the wall and floors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the course of nearly five years of recorded interviews, Frank Sheeran confessed to Charles Brandt that he handled more than twenty-five hits for the Mob, and for his friend Hoffa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSheeran learned to kill in the US Army, where he saw an astonishing 411 days of active combat during World War II. After returning home, he became a hustler and a hit man, working for legendary crime boss Russell Bufalino. Eventually, Sheeran would rise to a position of such prominence that he was named as one of only two\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072568344812,"sku":"9781444710502","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10100443482702.jpg?v=1765117701"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/charles-brandt.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}