The Feather Thief

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The Natural History Heist of the Century

By Kirk Wallace Johnson

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The Feather Thief by Kirk Wallace Johnson delves into the astonishing true story of a 2009 crime involving the theft of rare bird specimens from a British museum. The narrative follows the intricate world of Victorian-era fly-tying, the history of exotic birds, and the motivations of the thief. It's a gripping exploration of obsession, nature, and the lengths some will go to for their passions.
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You might enjoy this book if you are intrigued by true crime stories with a unique twist, blending elements of history, obsession, and an unusual heist. This gripping tale delves into the world of ornithological theft and offers a captivating investigation into the mind of a thief, making it irresistible for those fascinated by unlikely criminal escapades.

The Feather Thief

vivid and arresting' The Times

One summer evening in 2009, twenty-year-old musical prodigy Edwin Rist broke into the Natural History Museum at Tring, home to one of the largest ornithological collections in the world. Once inside, Rist grabbed as many rare bird specimens as he was able to carry before escaping into the darkness.

A page-turning story of a bizarre and shocking crime, and one man's relentless quest for justice.

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A page-turning story of a bizarre and shocking crime, and one man's relentless quest for justice.

SHORTLISTED FOR THE GOLD DAGGER AWARD

'A tale of obsession ... vivid and arresting' — The Times

One summer evening in 2009, twenty-year-old musical prodigy Edwin Rist broke into the Natural History Museum at Tring, home to one of the largest ornithological collections in the world. Once inside, Rist grabbed as many rare bird specimens as he was able to carry before escaping into the darkness.

Kirk Wallace Johnson was waist-deep in a river in New Mexico when his fly-fishing guide first told him about the heist. But what would possess a person to steal dead birds? And had Rist paid for his crime? In search of answers, Johnson embarked upon a worldwide investigation, leading him into the fiercely secretive underground community obsessed with the Victorian art of salmon fly-tying.

Was Edwin Rist a genius or narcissist? Mastermind or pawn?

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The Feather Thief is praised for its captivating and vivid storytelling, drawing readers into a peculiar journey with expert pacing and suspense. Reviews highlight the book as a fascinating exploration of a bizarre crime, emphasising the impact of human obsession on scientific heritage. It is described as both a riveting read and a testament to the author's storytelling talents.

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ISBN: 9780099510666

Publisher: Cornerstone

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 April 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Windmill Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 252g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

Kirk Wallace Johnson served in Iraq with the US Agency for International Development in Baghdad and Fallujah as the Agency's first co-ordinator for reconstruction in the war-torn city. He went on to found The List Project to Resettle Iraqi Allies. His work on behalf of Iraqi refugees was profiled by This American Life, 60 Minutes, the Today Show, the subject of a feature-length documentary, The List, and a memoir, To Be a Friend is Fatal. A Senior Fellow at the USC Annenberg Center on Communication Leadership and Policy, and the recipient of fellowships from the American Academy in Berlin, Yaddo, the MacDowell Colony, and the Wurlitzer Foundation, his writing has appeared in The New Yorker, the New York Times and the Washington Post. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife, son and daughter.