Vesco
Vesco
Robert A. Hutchinson
Carlos Slim
[He] came into a fund and then fled to Cuba. - Carlos Slim
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Vesco

Vesco

Robert A. Hutchinson
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Robert A. Hutchinson
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In the gripping narrative of "Vesco," Robert A. Hutchinson dives deep into the scandalous and shadowy world of one of the most enigmatic figures of modern financial history. With meticulous research and a storyteller's flair, Hutchinson unravels the complex web woven by Robert Vesco, the fugitive financier whose life became synonymous with corruption, fraud, and the dark art of hiding billions. From the boardrooms of America to the hidden corners of the Caribbean, Vesco's journey is a thrilling chase across the globe, filled with clandestine deals, political intrigue, and a relentless pursuit by the authorities. Hutchinson masterfully brings to life the characters and places that defined Vesco's world, creating a vivid tableau of the excesses and escapades of the 1970s financial scene. Through the pages of "Vesco," readers are invited into the heart of a man whose genius and greed knew no bounds, and whose legacy is still felt today. This book is not just a biography but a saga of ambition, evasion, and the perpetual motion of a man always one step ahead of the law. It's a must-read, offering a window into the captivating and cautionary tale of Robert Vesco, whose life story reads like a thriller, ensnaring the imagination and offering a stark reflection on the limits of ambition and the inevitable downfall that often follows.

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Released
1974
1 Jan
Length
376
Pages

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[He] came into a fund and then fled to Cuba. - Carlos Slim
— Robert A. Hutchinson, Vesco

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