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SUMMARY

 

CATCH ME IF YOU CAN

BASED ON THE BOOK BY FRANK W. ABAGNALE AND STAN REDDING

 

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: BRIEF BOOKS PUBLISHING

 

CONTENT

Becoming the Skywayman

Beyond the Cockpit: Law and Medicine

The Evolution of a Paperhanger

Expanding the Counterfeit Empire

Across Borders: Cons in Europe

Capture and the Horrors of French Prison

A Glimmer of Hope and Another Fall

Back in the US and a Daring Escape

The Final Capture and a New Path

Analysis

 

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

Catch Me if You Can by Frank W. Abagnale and Stan Redding recounts the astonishing true story of a young man who, starting at sixteen, impersonates various professionals including an airline pilot, a doctor, and a lawyer. This thrilling narrative follows his audacious journey as he skillfully navigates these roles and evades authorities across the United States and internationally. The book delves into the intricate world of deception and forgery, highlighting the protagonist's resourcefulness and the vulnerabilities he exploits. It explores themes of identity, ambition, and the consequences of a life lived on the edge.