Michael Finkel Books
Michael Finkel is a former journalist and the author of several nonfiction books and memoirs, including The Art Thief and Dangerous Obsession. His book True Story: Murder, Memoir, Mea Culpa was nominated for an Edgar Award in 2006.
The Stranger in the Woods
What's The Stranger in the Woods about?
The Stranger in the Woods (2017) recounts the extraordinary story of a man who chose to leave behind the comforts and social aspects of modern life – and instead opt for a solitary existence in the woods of Maine.
Who should read The Stranger in the Woods?
- Psychology lovers looking for stories of extraordinary people
- True crime buffs curious about what’s behind the headlines
- Anyone fascinated by unusual tales of survival against the odds
The Art Thief
What's The Art Thief about?
The Art Thief (2023) is the remarkable true story of a Europe-wide crime spree that lasted over a decade and netted almost two billion in stolen art. Along the way exposing how an enabling family, and international rules of criminal investigation, led to many of the most important works being destroyed.
Who should read The Art Thief?
- True crime lovers looking for an unusual tale
- Psychology buffs curious about intimate portraits of narcissistic personalities in action
- Anyone curious about how important works of art disappear, and why they are so often never recovered