Roberto Saviano

Roberto Saviano (born 1979, Naples) is an Italian writer and investigative journalist, author of Gomorra (2006) and Zero Zero Zero (2013). Known for in-depth reporting on organized crime and toxic-waste scandals; living under police protection since 2006 due to threats.

Gomorra was adapted into a film by Matteo Garrone and inspired a TV series; Zero Zero Zero was adapted as an international TV series. Saviano has lived under police protection since 2006 after threats linked to his reporting.

DeBaser reviews present Roberto Saviano as a courageous investigative author who documents the Camorra, drug trafficking and toxic-waste scandals. Reviewers highlight his field reporting, detailed names and figures, and the personal cost of his work, including living under protection since 2006.

For:Readers of investigative non-fiction, true-crime and contemporary Italian social/political issues.