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The Art of The Steal by Frank W. Abagnale

The Art of The Steal

How to Protect Yourself and Your Business from Fraud, America's #1 Crime

by Frank W. Abagnale
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  • Oct 1, 2001, 240 pages
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  • Nov 2002, 240 pages
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