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Confident Women: Swindlers, Grifters, and Shapeshifters of the Feminine Persuasion by Tori Telfer explores the fascinating history of female con artists. This Harper Perennial first edition paperback dives into the lives of notorious swindlers from the 1700s to the modern era, including figures like Jeanne de Saint-Rémy and Cassie Chadwick. A compelling read for fans of true crime and women's history, the book examines why these diabolically clever women were so successful at their craft. The cover features a distinctive minimalist design with various hairstyles wearing sunglasses. Note: There is a small sticker residue mark on the back cover near the ISBN.