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A Burglar's Guide to the City

Name: A Burglar's Guide to the City
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Book Synopsis: Encompassing nearly 2,000 years of heists and tunnel jobs, break-ins and escapes, A Burglar's Guide to the City offers an unexpected blueprint to the criminal possibilities in the world all around us. You'll never see the city the same way again. At the core of A Burglar's Guide to the City is an unexpected and thrilling insight: how any building transforms when seen through the eyes of someone hoping to break into it. Studying architecture the way a burglar would, Geoff Manaugh takes readers through walls, down elevator shafts, into panic rooms, up to the buried vaults of banks, and out across the rooftops of an unsuspecting city. With the help of FBI Special Agents, reformed bank robbers, private security consultants, the L.A.P.D. Air Support Division, and architects past and present, the book dissects the built environment from both sides of the law. Whether picking padlocks or climbing the walls of high-rise apartments, finding gaps in a museum's surveillance routine or discussing home invasions in ancient Rome, A Burglar's Guide to the City has the tools, the tales, and the x-ray vision you need to see architecture as nothing more than an obstacle that can be outwitted and undercut. Full of real-life heists—both spectacular and absurd—A Burglar's Guide to the City ensures readers will never enter a bank again without imagining how to loot the vault or walk down the street without planning the perfect getaway.

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Unlock the secrets of the city with "A Burglar's Guide to the City" – an exhilarating journey through centuries of heists, break-ins, and escapes. This groundbreaking book by Geoff Manaugh shines a new light on the buildings and structures that surround us, revealing the hidden criminal possibilities within. Prepare to see architecture in a whole new way as you delve into the mind of a burglar and uncover the thrilling insights waiting to be discovered.

Dive deep into the world of urban espionage with "A Burglar's Guide to the City." Explore the intricate details of buildings as you've never seen them before, from the perspective of someone planning to breach their defenses. Geoff Manaugh's unique approach offers a fresh take on architecture, taking you on a riveting journey through walls, vaults, and rooftops. With exclusive insights from law enforcement and expert burglars, this book will leave you captivated and craving more.

Experience the adrenaline rush of a lifetime with "A Burglar's Guide to the City." Delve into the fascinating realm of heists and security breaches as you uncover the vulnerabilities of even the most fortified structures. Geoff Manaugh's gripping narrative will keep you on the edge of your seat, as you learn to see the urban landscape through the eyes of a cunning burglar. Prepare for a wild ride filled with jaw-dropping tales and mind-bending perspectives that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about the city.

Ready to embark on a thrilling adventure like no other? Get your copy of "A Burglar's Guide to the City" today and discover a world of intrigue and excitement hidden within the urban maze. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind journey into the heart of criminal architecture – purchase now and unlock the secrets that await you!

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