Magnus Magnusson masterfully explores the shadowy world of deception and counterfeiting.
Magnus Magnusson KBE was born in Reykjavik in 1929 and came with his family to Edinburgh at the age of nine months. Prior to his death in January 2007, he had a distinguished career in broadcasting, journalism, historical and archaeological research, Icelandic and Old Norse studies, and environmental affairs.
"A lighthearted and entertaining book ... well-researched" The Guardian "Intriguing (Critic's Choice)" Daily Mail "Magnusson is a genial host even on paper, mixing clear expositions with twinkle-eyed knuckle raps for the knaves" New Statesman "A vastly entertaining anthology ... impressively researched and wonderfully well-written" BBC Focus "A brisk, fascinating and delightful volume" Scotland on Sunday
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