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  African Sorcerer The: How One...

  Waleed Saleh

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  Discover the most audacious financial fraud in Middle Eastern history in this gripping true crime masterpiece. 
  In 1995, a mysterious man from Mali walked into Dubai Islamic Bank with a simple request: a car loan. Three years later, Fousseyni Babaani Sissoko had vanished with $242 million, leaving behind the greatest banking scandal the Arab world had ever witnessed. 
  This isn't just another fraud story—it's a tale that defies belief. How did a village sorcerer convince a sophisticated bank manager that he possessed supernatural powers to multiply money? Why did Mohammad Ayub authorize 183 transfers across three continents without question? And how did such astronomical sums disappear from one of the region's largest banks for years without detection? 
  From darkened rooms filled with incense and "genies" to Miami's luxury hotels and Swiss prisons, follow Sissoko's extraordinary journey from poverty to unimaginable wealth. Witness his transformation into a folk hero with private jets and his own airline, before his ultimate downfall and return to obscurity. 
  Drawing from court documents, FBI investigations, and exclusive interviews, this meticulously researched account exposes the vulnerabilities in global banking systems while exploring the psychology of deception, greed, and human gullibility. 
  A stunning exposé that reads like fiction but is frighteningly real—revealing how one man's audacious scheme shook the foundations of international finance. 
  Perfect for fans of true crime, financial thrillers, and stories of con artists who changed history.

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  The Humbugs of the World - An...

  P. T. Barnum

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  P. T. Barnum, best-known for his own use of hoaxes in his popular Barnum & Bailey Circus, found that the use of hoaxes was acceptable when the audience was getting the entertainment they paid for. When it came to religious hoaxes, fraud, and swindling, Barnum was avidly against it. He even went so far as to offer $500 to any medium who could prove that they actually could reach the dead. In this exposé of humbugs and the scams they perpetuate, he goes after religious quacks, witches and sorcerers, and other forms of frauds in all walks of life. He discusses some of the most notable scams of the time and reveals the perpetrators as humbugs. In addition to scams, he also discusses business affairs and his own opinions of the current events of his time.

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  Of Mobsters And Movie Stars -...

  Joan Renner

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  In this gripping historical account, expert crime historian Joan Renner explores the shadowy world of fame and crime during Hollywood's most glamorous era. As Los Angeles transformed into the epicenter of film, it also became a haven for notorious criminals and mobsters, weaving a complex tapestry of allure and danger that is sure to intrigue. Renner brings to life stories that are more thrilling than fiction, including harrowing LAPD showdowns, dark dealings behind the studio gates, and tragic fates of luminaries whose off-screen lives were as dramatic as their on-screen personas. She delves into infamous episodes, such as the shocking case of Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle, accused of “accidentally” crushing to death a young actress beneath his enormous weight as he raped her, and other lesser-known, but equally hair-raising stories of actors brought down by scandal and corruption. OF MOBSTERS AND MOVIE STARS offers a profound and enlightening look at Hollywood's dual nature, illustrating how its seductive glitter was deeply entangled with its sinister impulses. This book is essential for anyone fascinated by how America's “City of Dreams” became a stage for some of the most gripping dramas of the twentieth century. Step into the Prohibition Era with Joan Renner as she reveals the hidden crimes and undying ambition behind Hollywood's shimmering façade.

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  A History of Irish Organized...

  David Charlton

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  How much do you know about the organized crime involvement of Irish descendants in the United States? 
  How much do you know of the impact of British rule in Ireland? Religious conflicts? The backing of parliamentary and paramilitary groups by criminal gangs? Gun-running and drug-smuggling? 
  A History of Irish Organized Crime is the perfect book to help you develop your knowledge and learn about social history, including the current impact of Brexit on the Irish border “backstop”. 
  Despite the importance of this topic, there are very few books that cover it in great detail. 
  Until now... 
  This book is the best way for any readers who have an interest in organized crime to dive deep into its origins, evolution, and impacts. 
  If you have an interest in European history, particularly British and Irish history, then A History of Irish Organized Crime is the perfect place for you to brush up on this interesting history. 
  Grab a copy today and learn all about this fascinating organized crime origin story. Bring your knowledge up to date with the current Irish involvement in the changing nature of the organized crime. And join us as we look toward a possible future.

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  Transforming Love: A Memoir of...

  Ronan Kestrel

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  Transforming Love: A Memoir of Secrets and Healing  
  Are you ready to embark on a journey of growth and self-discovery through personal stories of vulnerability and transformation?   
  Searching for a profound exploration of love, healing, and life's secrets?   
  Your search ends here!   
  This memoir serves as your ultimate companion for deepening your understanding of emotional resilience, fostering connections, and embracing life's lessons. With this book, you're set for a transformative experience.   
  Updated for 2024 insights into the power of vulnerability and storytelling.   
  Key features of this enriching memoir:  
  - Deep reflections on vulnerability and the healing power of love   
  - Insightful narratives that unlock transformative life stories   
  - Powerful strategies for personal growth and emotional healing   
  Our memoir stands out with its comprehensive narratives, which are crucial for your self-exploration. Concepts are not just touched upon; they are thoroughly examined with clarity.   
  Please note that this memoir is an independent exploration of personal stories and is not affiliated with any official organizations.   
  Crafted with a clear structure and accessible language, **Transforming Love: A Memoir of Secrets and Healing** ensures a seamless flow throughout its pages. Say goodbye to complex language and embrace a narrative rich in clarity and emotional depth.   
  So, why wait? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your copy, and begin your journey towards healing and transformation!

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  Banged Up! - Doing Time in...

  David Leslie

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  The wartime double agent with a transmitter in his cell to contact suffragettes; the doctor hanged as he smiled to the farewells of lovers on the scaffold; the con who defied a gangland godfather and escaped the bromide in the prison tea; aristocrats and arsonists...The screws who guard Britain's prisons have seen them all. Stir! is the story of six of the country's most notorious jails - Durham, Wandsworth, Pentonville, Wormwood Scrubs, Dartmoor and Holloway - and of the men and women who entered their gates, sometimes stood on their scaffolds and occasionally vanished before their time. The book looks at early punishments, life on hell ships transporting convicts to far-off continents, the growth of prison populations, inmates sentenced to waste away on treadmills, the underworld giant who was birched, children starved and beaten for stealing, and even women forced to eat. Also investigated are the lives and thoughts of scores of inmates, from Oscar Wilde to Oswald Mosley; from Dr Crippen to Ruth Ellis, the last woman hanged; from underworld legend Frankie Fraser to a Rolling Stone; and even the man who shot Martin Luther King, Jr.Just like Ronnie Barker's Porridge series, there are laughs too, as we uncover the man who measured bathwater, the prisoners punished for not wearing a collar and tie, the jail bookie who paid out in bread, and the unlucky brewers. The mix is all there in Stir!

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