THE ART THIEF. A TRUE STORY OF DESIRE, LOSS, AND OBSESSION

In the world of art, where beauty and value intertwine, stories full of passion, risk, and danger are born. "The Art Thief" by Michael Finkel is a story that draws the reader into a labyrinth of human desires, obsessions, and moral dilemmas. It is a story about how far one can go in the pursuit of beauty and how thin the line is between love for art and crime.

• Fascinating story about one of the most audacious art thieves
• Insightful analysis of the motivations and psychology of the criminal
• Journey through the world of art and its secrets
• Realistic portrayal of the workings of museums and security systems
• Captivating narrative that keeps you hooked from the first to the last page
• Inspiring read for art and crime lovers
• Universal story about human desires and obsessions

Michael Finkel, the author of the bestseller "The Identity Thief", this time takes us to a world where the boundaries between passion and crime blur in the blink of an eye. His thorough research and attentive observations allow us to understand the motivations of Stéphane Breitwieser, a young man who managed to amass an art collection worth billions of dollars. Finkel does not judge, but tries to understand what drove this extraordinary thief and what consequences his actions had.

"The Art Thief" is not only a story about a crime, but also about passion, obsession, and human nature. Finkel describes with extraordinary precision the world of art, its mechanisms and secrets, while portraying a man who, in the pursuit of beauty, lost himself in the labyrinth of his own desires. It is a read that forces reflection on values, morality, and the limits of human freedom.

The book "The Art Thief" is a must-read for all lovers of art, crime, and non-fiction literature. Finkel, known for his journalistic talent and ability to attentively analyze human stories, has created a work that remains in memory for a long time. His story about Stéphane Breitwieser is a fascinating journey into the depths of the human psyche and the world of art, where beauty and crime intertwine.

Michael Finkel, author of several books, wrote among others "The Identity Thief. A True Story". He has written for "National Geographic", "GQ", "Rolling Stone", "Esquire", "Vanity Fair", "The Atlantic" and "The New York Times Magazine". His works have been included in the anthologies "The Best American Sportswriting", "The Best American Science and Nature Writing", "The Best American Travel Writing" and "The Best American Non-Required Reading". He lives with his family in northern Utah and southern France.