As long as there have been people willing to believe the unbelievable, people have been duped. In the best storytelling tradition, readers can follow the tales of:
The author's fascination with the boldness and inventiveness of the swindlers, as well as their motives, makes for a compelling read. The stories instill a sense of disbelief, amusement and even grudging admiration for these ingenious scam artists who often (but not always) meet a bad end.
Accompanied by graphic-style artwork, each tale offers a great escape for readers drawn to true stories presented in a lively fashion.
Publication Details
- Publisher:
- Annick Press Ltd
- Publication Date:
- 2011
- Available in:
- United States, Canada
Format
- Kindle Book
- OverDrive Read
- Adobe PDF eBook 18.5 MB
- Adobe EPUB eBook 9.1 MB
Andreas Schroeder (Author)
Andreas Schroeder was the resident "Scam-meister" for 12 years on a popular radio show where he uncovered ingenious frauds and hoaxes. He is also an award-winning author who has published more than 20 books.
