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Charles Ponzi: The Short Italian with a Long Con

Losers, Pretenders & Scoundrels

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The Charismatic Con: Rise and Fall

This chapter explores the rise of a dubious bank manager at Banco Zorosi, revealing the mechanics behind Ponzi schemes fueled by false promises. It follows the con artist's reckless lifestyle of excess after a major heist and his audacious attempts to deceive further, even in prison. The narrative culminates in a fascinating examination of the complexities of sociopathy, highlighting moments of unexpected kindness amidst a backdrop of criminality.

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