• The Art Thief: A True Crime Story

    The Art Thief: A True Crime Story

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    • The Art Thief is a true-crime narrative about Stéphane Breitwieser, the world’s most prolific art thief
    • Author Michael Finkel, known for The Stranger in the Woods, delves into Breitwieser’s unique obsession with art theft
    • Unlike typical thieves, Breitwieser stole art purely for admiration, keeping his collection in secret rooms
    • Over nearly eight years, he executed more than 200 heists across Europe, stealing over 300 items with his girlfriend as his lookout
    • Breitwieser’s athleticism and skill allowed him to bypass security systems, leading to numerous successful thefts
    • His disregard for risk and addiction to stealing ultimately led to his downfall after one final act of hubris
    • The story explores themes of art, crime, love, and the desire to possess beauty at any cost
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