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Summary: fast, fun & zany
Review: This book was light, but extremely fun to read. It was hard to believe Frank Abagnale Jr. could swindle so many kinds of people in various occupations. He moves from place to place with a kind of awkward grace, and becomes anyone in any occupation he chooses. What's also interesting about this book is that it shows how easily we can all be taken in by a pretty face and a charming smile.
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Summary: Not the same book I remember
Review: I first read this marvelous..and educational book when I was 14 years old. my cousin lent it to me and it was the first book I had ever read with any great enthusiasm. But something is different in this rerelease. I remember the story ending further along than it did in this version. Also, during each rerelease, there was an update on what Frank was up to. I admit that it is possible that I may be confusing this book for another...but I don't think so.Regardless, this version is still a great read and it was facinating to reread a book whose main character pretty much helped me embrace the larcenous soul that I am. However, I use that side of me for self-preservation..not for victimization. His cunning can be adopted to protect yourself from the cleverest of cons. I wish I could have written the movie script. because with all due respect to the screenwriter, I would do an infinitely better job. But best of luck to the folks making the movie. I hope you portray the insecurity and emotional fatigue as much as you do the glam and fun.
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Summary: Entertaining, poor ending..
Review: Entertaining, poor ending..Basically, the story is cool. I suspect that there are many people like this. But F.A. managed to do it ten fold...The ending though needs improvement. We know that he has worked for the past 25 years for the FBI. What we don't know is how he was caught and how he wound up working for the feds...Curious...
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Summary: Good book written by an egomaniac!
Review: If you want a fun read this book is for you. I read it on an airplane of all places and could not put the book down, although I was a bit disappointed by the ending. Frank's life seems to float on fantasy and reality all the time, I have a hard time believing if what he said was true or some wild illusion he dreamed up in his mind. Either way though, I recommend the book. You will not be disappointed!
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Summary: Amazingly Interesting True Story
Review: "Catch Me If You Can" is one of the most interesting books that I have ever read. For non-fiction fans, this book is a "Must Read". The book proves that truth is stranger, and more interesting that fiction. Frank Abagnale is one of the most interesting characters that I have ever read about. His life of deception is truly amazing. He impersonates a commercial airline pilot, doctor, lawyer, and more with amazing results. His intelligence and creative thinking keep him one step ahead of the law for years, while he lives the life of a successful professional when, in reality, he is not yet out of his teens. His ability to outwit others is hilarious and scary at the same time. I'm happy that Frank is now a letigitimate financial success and I can't wait to see the new movie based on the book. The movie is scheduled to come out in December, 2001.
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Summary: Fast reads leaves you craving substance
Review: The story pulls you in immediately and moves right along, but you soon become aware that you are actively spending time and money to listen to a liar. This makes you feel like his current sucker. The decsription of banking procedures at that time are interesting, but by the end of the book the complete lack of either introspection or interst in another human being make it all just a long-winded boast. It left me wanting to read an account of the same material written by someone else.
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Summary: The Greatest Con I Ever Met!
Review: I met Mr. Abagnale in Colorado in 1982, when he was speaking to the graduating class of our school....I did a small interveiw with him, and had my picture taken with him for our school paper, and the whole time....all I could think was...this man is truly wonderful! He did the crime, and he did the time, and then he turned around to make the world a better place! Such a charming man is he...that I bought this book....I LOVED IT....somehow in all my moves, I lost it, so I am here to buy another one.....Keep up the good work!
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Summary: Unbelievable!
Review: You will love this book. Very entertaining. Hard to put down. You will roll over with laughter. Hard to believe that this book is a true story...
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Summary: Entertaining
Review: This is very readable book. The author is clearly a crook but a likable one. The scams he comes up with during the 60"s are humorous and feasible. Book reads like a novel. Some of the dodges he pulls off sound like fiction. Disappointing is the sudden stop in the story. It sure would be interesting to read about how he got from where he was to a respectable figure in society. Read this book you will enjoy it.
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Summary: What an amazing con man
Review: Who would have ever thought this man could get away with all he did. I hate to think that people are either that gullible or he was that brillant. A very entertaning read this way. I enjoyed the book and have started through for the second time. And it's rare that I give any book a second look. 4 Stars!!!
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