The Fraud Identification Handbook [Paperback]

George B. Allen (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 1999

A comprehensive guide to all types of fraud. The book has ten chapters: an introduction, confidence games, consumer fraud, financial fraud, government fraud, investment fraud, operations fraud, public interest fraud, science fraud, and a summary-conclusion. The book is designed to educate individuals, small business owners, professionals, and law enforcement about fraud. The book is both fully referenced and indexed; and it has a resource section and a glossary.

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About the Author

George B. Allen has a BA from Colorado College, an MS from the University of Arizona, and Criminal Investigator Certification from the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. He has worked both in federal and private investigations in fields as diverse as contract, natural resource, science, mining, and insurance fraud.

Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Preventive Pr; 1st edition (May 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 096691600X
• ISBN-13: 978-0966916003
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,045,026 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "A great, comprehensive book on Fraud!", August 17, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Fraud Identification Handbook (Paperback)

As a Federal Investigator, I have certainly read my fair share of Criminal Justice books, however, this book is different, unique, and down right better. It is a must read for anyone working in or wanting to become familiar with aspects of Fraud. This is one of the best practical books I have read on Criminal Justice and Fraud. As one can imagine, with a Degree in Criminal Justice I have read too many books on the subject, yet this book is definitely more practical and has a wider scope of use than most books in the Criminal Justice/Fraud realm. This book is not just for the Criminal Justice professional, but rather anyone who would like to protect themselves from being a victim of fraud.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding comprehensive overview, April 21, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Fraud Identification Handbook (Paperback)

Mr. Allen's handbook is a unique offering on the vast and complicated universe of fraudulent schemes which affect all of us--businesses, governments, and individuals. He has written the only book I have found which successfully covers the subject for the layman. Highly recommended.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative and insightful, July 25, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Fraud Identification Handbook (Paperback)

This book is an alert to all consumers of a myriad of schemes. The author tells you how to recognize fraud and what signals to look for. Armed with his knowledge and insight can prevent us from becoming victims.