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The Big Con: The Story of the Confidence ManThe classic 1940 study of con men and con games that Luc Sante in Salon called "a bonanza of wild but credible stories, told concisely with deadpan humor, as sly and rich in atmosphere as anything this side of Mark Twain." "Of all the grifters, the confidence man is the aristocrat," wrote David Maurer, a proposition he definitely proved in The Big Con, one of the most colorful, well researched, and entertaining works of criminology ever written. A
The classic 1940 study of con men and con games that Luc Sante in Salon called "a bonanza of wild but credible stories, told concisely with deadpan humor, as sly and rich in atmosphere as anything this side of Mark Twain." "Of all the grifters, the confidence man is the aristocrat," wrote David Maurer, a proposition he definitely proved in The Big Con, one of the most colorful, well-researched, and entertaining works of criminology ever written. A professor of linguistics who specialized in underworld argot, Maurer won the trust of hundreds of swindlers, who let him in on not simply their language but their folkways and the astonishingly complex and elaborate schemes whereby unsuspecting marks, hooked by their own greed and dishonesty, were "taken off" - i.e. cheated--of thousands upon thousands of dollars. The Big Con is a treasure trove of American lingo (the write, the rag, the payoff, ropers, shills, the cold poke, the convincer, to put on the send) and indelible characters (Yellow Kid Weil, Barney the Patch, the Seldom Seen Kid, Limehouse Chappie, Larry the Lug). It served as the source for the Oscar-winning film The Sting.Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Anchor Books
Published: 07/20/1999
ISBN: 9780385495387
Pages: 336
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 7.98h x 5.28w x 0.72d
Review Citations: Publishers Weekly 07/19/1999 pg. 176
New York Times 08/01/1999 pg. 20
Ingram Advance 08/01/1999 pg. 84
New York Times Book Review 09/30/2007 pg. 26
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★★★★★ 1
Not a strong toy for chewers.
Color: Yellow
Not quite as strong as its description. My dog chewed off its foot within the first 10 minutes . I expected it to be stronger because it’s made of Kevlar material but it’s not that durable. Save your money it is far from being durable / indestructible.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Leave a toy for the dog when going to work, and no housebreaking when coming back
Color: Purple-Blue, Size: 2pcs
The dog is quite clingy. Every time it sees me put on my shoes to go out, it gets nervous. Since having this bear around, when it goes out, its attention is all on the toys, and when it comes back home, its mood has become much more stable.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Leave a toy for the dog when going to work, and no housebreaking when coming back
Color: Purple-Blue, Size: 2pcs
The dog is quite clingy. Every time it sees me put on my shoes to go out, it gets nervous. Since having this bear around, when it goes out, its attention is all on the toys, and when it comes back home, its mood has become much more stable.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Keeps my dog busy and actually holds up
This jigsaw-style dog toy has been a game changer for keeping my dog entertained. The design is super versatile—you can spread peanut butter (or yogurt, wet food, etc.) into the grooves, and it keeps them busy licking for a long time.
What I like most is that it’s not just a lick mat—it’s also a durable chew toy. The material feels strong and holds up really well, even with a dog that usually destroys toys pretty quickly. Toys made from rubber or similar materials tend to last longer and are safer for chewing compared to softer options.
The grooves and compartments make it a little more challenging (in a good way), so it takes my dog longer to get through the treats. I’ve even tried freezing peanut butter inside, and that keeps them occupied even longer. Lick-style toys like this are great for slowing dogs down and keeping them calm and engaged.
It’s also been really helpful during times when I need a distraction—like when I’m busy, cleaning, or even during grooming.
Pros:
• Durable and holds up to chewing
• Can use peanut butter, yogurt, or other soft treats
• Keeps dogs busy for a long time
• Helps with boredom and anxiety
• Freezable for longer use
Cons:
• Can get messy depending on what you put in it
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Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Hubie gives it two paws up !!
Hubie loves this he’s a Great Dane and a busy chewer.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2026
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