You won't find this in any PI manual.Step into the real world of private investigation-where false identities, hidden cameras, and gut instincts collide with human folly and outright fraud. From the quiet corners of Appalachia to the busy streets of New York, this gripping collection of true stories pulls back the curtain on what it really means to chase the truth.Meet the investigator who bluffed his way onto Civil War battlefields, played pool with a fraudster to extract a confession, and faked a car chase just to earn the trust of a backwoods gang. Whether it's tracking stolen trailers, exposing insurance scams with X-rays and tape recorders, or saving a life with relentless persistence, this book reveals the raw reality behind the profession.Told with equal parts grit, humor, and humility, these tales are as much about human behavior as they are about investigation. With hard-won lessons and unforgettable characters, Private Investigator: Stories and Lessons is your backstage pass to a life spent in pursuit of lies, justice, and occasionally, revenge.