Manolescu - Die fast wahre Biographie eines Gauners(1972)

Manolescu – Die fast wahre Biographie eines Gauners is a series set in turn-of-the-century Europe, following the exploits of Georges Manolescu, a charming con artist who earned the title "King of Thieves." Operating across the continent's most exclusive destinations—Baden-Baden, Nice, Monte Carlo, and Paris—Manolescu orchestrates an audacious string of swindles that net him 35 million marks. His arsenal includes marriage fraud, impersonation, and hotel theft, executed with the polish of a gentleman and the cunning of a master criminal. Adopting various disguises, he systematically targets wealthy socialites and the elite, leaving no fortune safe from his schemes. The series chronicles his rise as one of history's most notorious thieves, blending historical intrigue with the glamour and danger of Belle Époque society.