Frank W. Abagnale
Frank William Abagnale is an American security consultant known for his history as a former con artist, check forger, and impostor between the ages of 15 and 21. He became one of the most famous impostors ever, claiming to have assumed no fewer than eight identities, including an airline pilot, a doctor, a prison inspector, and a lawyer. His life story inspired the film 'Catch Me If You Can'.
Books
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1. Catch Me If You Can
The True Story of a Real Fake
In this thrilling memoir, a master con artist recounts his audacious exploits as he successfully impersonates an airline pilot, doctor, lawyer, and college professor, all before his 21st birthday. With a sharp intellect and an uncanny ability to forge documents, he manages to elude authorities across multiple continents, living a life of luxury funded by millions in fraudulent checks. The narrative offers a captivating glimpse into the mind of a charming yet cunning individual, revealing the intricate cat-and-mouse game between him and the law enforcement agencies determined to bring him to justice.
