The Art Of The Con

Education & Reference Psychology & Self-Help Business & Economics

The Art of the Con by correctional psychologist Gary Cornelius is a 2009 illustrated paperback that lifts the curtain on the hustle culture inside jails and prisons. Written for officers, counselors, and anyone curious about correctional life, this concise 207-page activity guide blends business, law, and psychology to show how scams form and how staff can stop them.

Each chapter pairs quick-read theory with practical exercises, making the book a favorite resource for professional development and classroom training. The pages are clean, un-dog-eared, and arrive from a smoke-free shelf, while the cover carries a discreet 2009 penned date and a personal stamp that marks its history.

This copy is personally inscribed (not author-signed), adding a unique touch for collectors of criminal-justice literature. Whether you work in corrections or study modern criminal behavior, Cornelius’s straightforward insights into con artistry deliver an engaging, reference-ready addition to any true-crime or professional library.