
Mrs L R. (
cyall8tr) wrote on 8/19/2007...
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ONE OF MY ALL-TIME FAVORITE BOOKS
At least 15 years ago after hearing Mr. Abagnale's exploits discussed on the radio, I read this book. I've repeatedly encouraged others to read this audacious autobiography.
Suffice it to say, the long-awaited movie with DiCaprio and Hanks didn't begin to depict Mr. Abagnale's insanely uninhabited early life. It's unlikely the most illustrious writer of fiction could create such hilarious hijinks and unnerving escapades. Mr. Abagnale's many off-the-cuff impersonations and miraculous escapes were astounding, especially for someone too young to vote!
Read the book. You won't be disappointed.
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I haven't seen the movie but would love to after reading this amazing true story. This guy was one of the most daring con men, forgers, imposters and escape artists in history. this is a hilarious account of his life which is stranger than fiction and captivated me from the first page to the last!
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During his brief but notorious criminal career, Abagnale donned a pilot's uniform and copiloted a Pan Am jet, masqueraded as the supervising resident of a hospital, practiced law without a license, passed himself off as a college sociology professor, and cased over $2.5 million in forged checks--all before he was twenty-one.

Wendy R. (
WMRod) wrote on 9/26/2006...
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Fascinating autobiography about Frank W. Abagnale's life. Well written, a fast and easy read that keeps you turning the pages. Terrific book!
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"Catch Me If You Can: The True Story of a Real Fake" is a very fascinating and fun story. While not as flowing as the movie, the book seems much more realistic and true to life, containing many of Abagnale's earlier mistakes and lessons learned that were not shown in the movie.

Malissa B. (
maliberge) wrote on 10/25/2007...
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A really good book, better than the movie with so much more that Frank Abagnale did.

Jan T. (
jantalk) wrote on 4/14/2007...
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Fun book to read. Amazing what this guy got away with.

Ron C. (
Hophead) wrote on 4/3/2007...
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Ironic that such a dedicated lawbreaker writes a book and pulls down big bucks as a security consultant.

Meghan C. (
Fleagus) wrote on 3/21/2007...
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What a fun read. True crime,adventure!
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Inspired the Spielberg movie of the same name, starring Tom Hanks and Leonardo DiCaprio. A great yarn. You won't believe some of the things this guy did.