Who's behind Europe's largest rare book heist?
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The Great Book Heist
This chapter explores a rare book heist targeting valuable editions from the Russian literary golden era, revealing the sophisticated methods employed by thieves. It details the investigation known as Operation Pushkin, which led to the arrest of several suspects, and offers a personal account from a Georgian man involved in the rare book trade. The narrative also discusses the cultural significance of the stolen books and the challenges faced by libraries in safeguarding their rare collections.
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