The extraordinarily captivating memoir of the remarkable jewel thief who robbed the rich and the famous while maintaining an outwardly conventional life—an astonishing and completely true story, the like of which has never before been told . . . or lived. Bill Mason is arguably the greatest jewel thief who ever lived. During a thirty-year career he charmed his way into the inner circles of high society and stole more than $35 million worth of fabulous jewels from such celebrities as Robert Goulet, Armand Hammer, Phyllis Diller, Bob Hope, Truman Capote, Margaux Hemingway and Johnny Weissmuller—he even hit the Mafia. Along the way he seduced a high-profile Midwest socialite into leaving her prominent industrialist husband, nearly died after being shot during a robbery, tricked both Christie’s and Sotheby’s into fencing stolen goods for him and was a fugitive for five years and the object of a nationwide manhunt. Yet despite the best efforts of law enforcement authorities from several states as well as the federal government, he spent less than three years total in prison. Shadowy, elusive and intensely private, Mason has been the subject of many magazine and newspaper features, but no journalist has ever come close to knowing the facts. Now, in his own words and with no holds barred, he reveals everything, and the real story is far more incredible than any of the reporters, detectives or FBI agents who pursued Mason ever imagined. Confessions of a Master Jewel Thief, expertly co-written by bestselling author Lee Gruenfeld, is a unique true-crime confessional.

Confessions of a Master Jewel Thief

Biographies & Memoirs

Mason, Bill

Gruenfeld, Lee

True Crime

Villard

Self-Help

Motivational

Random House Publishing Group

Path of the Paddle

From dust jacket notes: "Described by one of his canoeing companions as a genial fanatic, Bill Mason has written the kind of book that could only have come from such a person. Drawing on over forty years' experience in which he has paddled North America's most challenging lakes and rives, Mason has created the ultimate book on the art of canoeing. In unique fashion he combines lively text with over 650 photographs and diagrams to present every important aspect of the subject - equipment, basic and advanced techniques, whitewater canoeing, how to read water conditions, how to anticipate problems, safety measures, and much more. Throughout the book he frequently recounts fascinating experiences he has had while canoeing in such diverse and exciting places as Lake Superior and the Nahanni, Dumoine, English and Petawawa rivers. Path of the Paddle is the ultimate book for the expert, the novice, the individual or the family canoeist. Written with simplicity and enthusiasm, it captures both the excitement and quiet joy that are offered by the wilderness canoe trip. It is the kind of book that dedicated and would-be canoeists alike will find indispensable and enjoyable for years to come."

Path of the paddle

Van Nostrand-Reinhold

If you want to learn fly fishing but are intimidated by its apparent complexity, this book is for you. Master angler Bill Mason takes the mystery out of fly fishing and teaches you all you need to know to get started in this beautiful sport. this lavishly-illustrated volume shows you: What to look for in rods, reels, lines, leaders and other equipment 15 steps to fly-casting like a master What every angler should know about trout and their senses Matching the hatch 16 fly fishing techniques that can work for you The art of fly tying

Sports Illustrated Fly Fishing: Learn from a Master (Sports Illustrated Winner's Circle Books)

Sports & Outdoors

Hunting & Fishing

Penguin Books Australia

William Mason is arguably America's greatest ever jewel thief. During a thirty-year career he charmed his way into the inner circles of high society and stole over $35 million worth of fabulous jewels from people such as Robert Goulet, Armand Hammer, Phyllis Diller (twice), Bob Hope, Margaux Hemingway, Truman Capote,

Nine Lives : Confessions of a Master Jewel Thief

Corgi Books

Introduces the basics of canoeing alone or with a partner and demonstrates advanced techniques for navigating rapids, coping with accidents, and portaging

Water Sports

Van Nostrand Reinhold Ltd.

Song of the Paddle: An Illustrated Guide to Wilderness Camping

Hiking & Camping

Northword Press

Rules of Soccer: Simplified/1988-1989

Maisner, Larry

Mbf Sports

This guide gives you a quick, clear understanding of the essential information you'll need to fly fish Idaho's most outstanding waters. Why No Nonsense? The No Nonsense approach means you won't waste time. In a few moments you'll know how to fly fish the most enjoyable and rewarding waters in Idaho. Detailed, hand-drawn maps annotated by the author show you where to fish and how to get there. Read this guide and you'll want to go fly fishing in Idaho. Read this guide and you'll know how to go fly fishing in Idaho. Pack this guide in your car or take it stream side (or lake side) for ready reference and fly fishing fun. You'll learn about the Salmon River, Silver Creek, Henry's Fork, the Teton, and many more.

Guide to Fly Fishing in Idaho

UNKNO

Pursuing Sherlock Holmes

Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

Mystery

Xlibris, Corp.

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