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      Chapter 31

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 31 of The Art Thief takes a deep dive into the aftermath of Breitwieser’s arrest, focusing primarily on the reactions of his mother, Stengel, and the drastic measures she takes regarding the stolen artworks. The chapter begins in November 2001 when Stengel, after discovering the full extent of her son’s criminal activities, reacts in a chaotic and emotional way. During this period, Anne-Catherine, who was present during Breitwieser’s arrest at the Wagner Museum, tries to distance herself from…
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      Chapter 10

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 10 of The Art Thief follows Breitwieser on a memorable and daring adventure, one that intertwines his birthday celebrations with another art heist. On the morning of his twenty-fourth birthday, October 1, 1995, he embarks on a trip to New Castle in Germany, accompanied by his mother, Anne-Catherine, and her dachshund. The scenic drive through the picturesque Black Forest is a stark contrast to the thrill that awaits him. Their destination, the historic Sotheby’s auction preview, is held in a…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Author Michael Finkel is widely recognized for his outstanding contributions to nonfiction writing, with his work delving deep into human nature, survival, and morality. He is perhaps best known for his bestselling books The Stranger in the Woods and True Story: Murder, Memoir, Mea Culpa, the latter of which was adapted into a major motion picture in 2015. These works, along with his extensive contributions to leading publications, solidify Finkel as a master of both investigative journalism and narrative…
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