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Author : Filbert Bayi
Genre : Biography & Autobiography

Summary : Half a century ago, Filbert Bayi revolutionized how the middle-distance races were run. During that heyday of athletics competition, before pacers were hired to take the lead, the unheralded Tanzanian served as his own rabbit. The innovative Bayi set a blistering pace that dared formidable challengers from around the globe to 'catch me if you can.' After a singular career that included two world records and Olympic and Commonwealth Games medals, Bayi took the same assertive approach into post-racing life as an educator and sports administrator. He still embodies excellence in a school and foundation that bear his name as he strives to improve his country and community. In telling his long-awaited story, Bayi recounts hardships as well as enduring friendships with great rivals like John Walker. Over nearly 70 years, his experiences consistently reflect the three values he treasures most — sacrifice, commitment and confidence — setting an unforgettable example for anyone, anywhere, to follow.

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Author : Frank W. Abagnale
Genre : True Crime

Summary : The uproarious, bestselling true story of the world's most sought-after con man, immortalized by Leonardo DiCaprio in DreamWorks' feature film of the same name, from the author of Scam Me If You Can. Frank W. Abagnale, alias Frank Williams, Robert Conrad, Frank Adams, and Robert Monjo, was one of the most daring con men, forgers, imposters, and escape artists in history. In his brief but notorious criminal career, Abagnale donned a pilot's uniform and copiloted a Pan Am jet, masqueraded as the supervising resident of a hospital, practiced law without a license, passed himself off as a college sociology professor, and cashed over $2.5 million in forged checks, all before he was twenty-one. Known by the police of twenty-six foreign countries and all fifty states as "The Skywayman," Abagnale lived a sumptuous life on the lam—until the law caught up with him. Now recognized as the nation's leading authority on financial foul play, Abagnale is a charming rogue whose hilarious, stranger-than-fiction international escapades, and ingenious escapes-including one from an airplane-make Catch Me If You Can an irresistible tale of deceit.

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Author : Reagan Grace Barnes
Genre : True Crime

Summary : Catch Me If You Can: The Allure of Identity Theft and Deception is the gripping true story of Frank Abagnale Jr., a master con artist who fooled the world for years, living a life of luxury and anonymity. He impersonated a pilot, a doctor, a lawyer, and even a prosecutor, all before his 21st birthday. With dazzling charm, a sharp intellect, and an uncanny ability to mimic, Frank used his skills to forge checks, create fake identities, and evade capture by the FBI. This compelling memoir takes you inside the mind of a con artist, revealing the adrenaline rush of getting away with it, the constant fear of discovery, and the emotional toll of living a lie. Experience the thrilling cat-and-mouse game as Frank's ingenious schemes and daring escapades are pursued by the relentless FBI agent Carl Hanratty. "Catch Me If You Can" is more than just a story of crime and deception. It's a captivating tale of ambition, reinvention, and the psychology of con artistry. Discover the allure of a life of crime, the motivations that drive a con artist, and the price of living a lie. This book is a must-read for anyone fascinated by true crime, white collar crime, and the psychological intricacies of human behavior. It's a tale of deception, betrayal, and ultimately, redemption.