Capotorto Carl (44 results)

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Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 306 pages. There are no marks or writing in the book. Spine is tight and there are no loose pages. Black and White photographs. Red remainder mark bottom edge of book. Dust jacket has light shelf wear. Cover colors are bright. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Remainder. …

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. "Twisted Head," the literal Italian to English translation of the Capotorto family name, is the comedic story of a hardscrabble, working-class family's life that represents the real legacy of Italian-Americans--labor, not crime. Former library book. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item. Ex-Library.…

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hardcover. Condition: Fine copy in fine dust jacket. 1st. 8vo, 306 pp.

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Hardback. First Ed; First Printing indicated. First Ed; First Printing indicated. Near Fine in Fine DJ: Book shows only a very slight reverse lean to the binding, which remains perfectly secure; else flawless; text clean. DJ price unclipped; mylar-protected. Virtually 'As New'. NOT a Remainder, Book-Club, or Ex-Library. 8vo. 306pp. Hardback with DJ. What's in a name? For Carl Capotorto, everything is in a name. The literal translation from Italian to English of Capotorto is "twisted head." This is no accident. Carl grew up in the Bronx in the 1960s and '70s with the Mangialardis ("eat fat") and Mrs. Sabella ("so beautiful"), incessant fryers and a dolled-up glamour queen. Carl's father, Philip Vito Capotorto, was the obsessive, tyrannical head of the family--"I'm not your friend, I'm the father" was a common refrain in their household. The father ran Cappi's Pizza and Sangwheech Shoppe, whose motto was "We Don't Spel Good, Just Cook Nice." It was a time of great upheaval in the Bronx, and Carl's father was right in the middle of it, if not the cause of it, much to the chagrin of his long-suffering mother. Twisted Head is the comedic story of a hardscrabble, working-class family's life that represents the real legacy of Italian-Americans--labor, not crime. It is also the poignant memoir of the author's struggle to become himself in a world that demanded he act like someone else. Tragic and funny in equal measure, Carl's story is propelled by a cast of only-in-New-York characters: customers at the family pizza shop, public school teachers, nuns and priests at church, shop owners and merchants--all wildly entertaining and sometimes frightening. Somewhere in all the rage and madness that surrounded Carl in his youth, he found the bottom line: he loved his family, but he had to let them go. Twisted Head is an exorcism of sorts. With plenty of laughs. …

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Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Twisted Head: A Memoir. Book.

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. What's in a name? For Carl Capotorto, everything is in a name. The literal translation from Italian to English of Capotorto is "twisted head." This is no accident. Carl grew up in the Bronx in the 1960s and '70s with the Mangialardis ("eat fat") and Mrs. Sabella ("so beautiful"), incessant fryers and a dolled-up glamour queen. Carl's father, Philip Vito Capotorto, was the obsessive, tyrannical head of the family--"I'm not your friend, I'm the father" was a common refrain in their household. The father ran Cappi's Pizza and Sangwheech Shoppe, whose motto was "We Don't Spel Good, Just Cook Nice." It was a time of great upheaval in the Bronx, and Carl's father was right in the middle of it, if not the cause of it, much to the chagrin of his long-suffering mother.Twisted Head is the comedic story of a hardscrabble, working-class family's life that represents the real legacy of Italian-Americans--labor, not crime. It is also the poignant memoir of the author's struggle to become himself in a world that demanded he act like someone else. Tragic and funny in equal measure, Carl's story is propelled by a cast of only-in-New-York characters- customers at the family pizza shop, public school teachers, nuns and priests at church, shop owners and merchants--all wildly entertaining and sometimes frightening. Somewhere in all the rage and madness that surrounded Carl in his youth, he found the bottom line- he loved his family, but he had to let them go. Twisted Head is an exorcism of sorts. With plenty of laughs. What's in a name? For Carl Capotorto, everything is in a name. The literal translation from Italian to English of Capotorto is "twisted head." This is no accident. Carl grew up in the Bronx in the 1960s and '70s with the Mangialardis ("eat fat") and Mrs. Sabella ("so beautiful"), incessant fryers and a dolled-up glamour queen. Carl's father, Philip Vito Capotorto, was the obsessive, tyrannical head of the family--"I'm not your friend, I'm the father" was a common refrain in their household. The father ran Cappi's Pizza and Sangwheech Shoppe, whose motto was "We Don't Spel Good, Just Cook Nice." It was a time of great upheaval in the Bronx, and Carl's father was right in the middle of it, if not the cause of it, much to the chagrin of his long-suffering mother. "Twisted Head" is the comedic story of a hardscrabble, working-class family's life that represents the real legacy of Italian-Americans--labor, not crime. It is also the poignant memoir of the author's struggle to become himself in a world that demanded he act like someone else. Tragic and funny in equal measure, Carl's story is propelled by a cast of only-in-New-York characters: customers at the family pizza shop, public school teachers, nuns and priests at church, shop owners and merchants--all wildly entertaining and sometimes frightening. Somewhere in all the rage and madness that surrounded Carl in his youth, he found the bottom line: he loved his family, but he had to let them go. "Twisted Head" is an exorcism of sorts. With plenty of laughs. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 306 pages. Clean, unmarked copy with only minor wear to dust jacket. Record # 461436.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. 1st Edition. Hardcover, Condition: New, Unread, Tight Binding, Never opened past copyright page, Dust Jacket Condition: As New, due to light rubbing to jacket edges at spine, otherwise New, no cuts, tears or stains, First Edition as stated, First Printing, Full # print line 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 as printed on copyright page, Original $23.95 price Not clipped, New, First Edition copy, Gift Quality. …

Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Ed. Remainder mark. 306 pages. Signed by Author. Italian American Lifestyles.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Leichte Gebrauchsspuren; Leichte Verschmutzung / Farbtonveranderung. For Carl Capotorto, a name carries profound significance. The Italian translation of Capotorto is "twisted head," a fitting reflection of his upbringing in the Bronx during the 1960s and '70s. Surrounded by colorful characters like the Mangialardis and Mrs. Sabella, Carl's life was shaped by his father's domineering presence. Philip Vito Capotorto, the tyrannical patriarch, ruled the household with the mantra, "I'm not your friend, I'm the father," while running Cappi's Pizza and Sangwheech Shoppe, known for its humorous motto, "We Don't Spel Good, Just Cook Nice." Amidst the turmoil of a changing Bronx, Carl's father was often at the center of it all, much to the distress of his devoted mother. This memoir offers a comedic yet poignant glimpse into the life of a working-class Italian-American family, emphasizing labor over crime as their true legacy. Carl's journey is marked by his struggle for identity in a world that expected conformity. With a vibrant cast of characters from the family pizza shop, including teachers, nuns, and local merchants, the narrative balances tragedy and humor. Ultimately, Carl learns to embrace his love for his family while recognizing the necessity of letting them go. This story serves as an exorcism of sorts, filled with laughter and reflection.…

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 320 pages. 8.50x5.50x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Condition: New.