Famous Robberies (the world's most spectacular heists)

No guns, no violence—just nerve, precision, and a plan. Some of the world’s most legendary heists didn’t rely on brute force but on patience, obsession, and imagination. From the Great Train Robbery to the Antwerp diamond heist and the Citibank hack, this book walks through the real-life stories of those who did the impossible.

Told in retro-newspaper style, with sharp illustration and vivid pacing, Famous Robberies brings the thrill of each act to life—for kids curious about history, investigation, or just how someone might (almost) get away with it.

Illustrated by Julio Antonio Blasco and edited by Soledad Romero, both with deep roots in visual storytelling, this book has the kind of layered charm that makes it linger on your shelf long after reading.

I keep this one in my shop because I love books that lean into complexity—even for kids. It’s a reminder that storytelling doesn’t have to flatten out the world to be engaging. And honestly, I’d recommend this one to adults too.

ISBN: 978-3-96704-728-8

Features: Full color, hardcover, stitch bound, 64 pages
Format: 22 × 27 cm, 8.7 × 10.6 inches

Written by Soledad Romero | Illustrated by Julio Antonio Blasco