The Great Chinese Art Heist

“Ralph Pezzullo builds a persuasive case that the thefts may be part of a coordinated effort to steal back antiquities that were looted from China more than 150 years ago. An engaging, thought-provoking, and fast-paced read.” – The Christian Science Monitor
“In this fascinating true crime narrative, Pezzullo traces a string of contemporary art thefts to historical injustices. As Pezzullo entertains theories about who might be behind the thefts, he fashions an enthralling history of Chinese relations with the West from the 19th century to the present, covering the Opium Wars, Europe’s tense interactions with Chinese immigrants, and China’s eventual rise as a trade superpower. Pezzullo offers a stimulating and entertaining look at their broader context. It’s a treat for history buffs and caper fans alike.” – Publishers Weekly
“The Great Chinese Art Heist is a timely investigation into the most important issue facing major museums today: the lingering effects of the taking of cultural artifacts during the colonial period. Ralph Pezzullo deftly tells a largely untold story that combines the complex issues of restitution with the drama of a true crime novel.” – Anthony M. Amore, author of The Woman Who Stole Vermeer and The Rembrandt Heist
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Ralph Pezzullo is a New York Times bestselling author and the host of the popular podcast Heroes Behind Headlines. After receiving a Master’s Degree in International Affairs, he worked on Capitol Hill and later as a correspondent for Associated Press covering assignments in Latin America, and creating relationships with other diplomats, CIA agents, and military attaches across the world. His more than thirty books include Jawbreaker (with Gary Berntsen), Zero Footprint, Left of Boom, Ghost, and his memoir Saigon, which was recently published in Vietnamese.

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