title: The Art of Thief
author: Paul Davies
description: &ldquo;I have several art books based on video games and this is one of the best in my collection... It is a quality book that you will want to display.&rdquo; &ndash; Book Bargains and Previews<br><br>"There are so many secrets within the artwork of the game, and it is definitely worth picking up a copy of <i>The Art of Thief</i>." - Nerdology<br><br>"Spectacular." - Fansided<br><br>"This is a beautiful collection of art, and if you love the game, you will love this book. Therefore, we give this art book our highest recommendation" - New Gamer Nation<br><br>"<i>The Art of Thief</i> is impressive." - Video Game Art Books&#160;<br><br>"This book is great, and if you&rsquo;re into gothic art and steampunk culture then you&rsquo;ll dig it." - Suvudu<br><br>"An excellent addition to the library of any <i>Thief</i> fan." - Nerdy But Flirty<br><br>"If one word describes The Art of Thief, it&rsquo;s &ldquo;detailed.&rdquo; This book is so meticulously comprehensive." - Culture Mass<br><br>"This sexy hardcover includes a ton of never-before-seen concept." - Destructoid<br><br>"<i>The Art of Thief</i> from Titan Books not only enriches your Thief experience, but offers a look deeper into a world you love." - Stealthy Box<br><br>"<i>The Art of Thief </i>is brimming with concept art and design commentary that is every bit as insightful as it is visually stimulating." - &#160;VG Blogger<br><br>"<i>The Art of Thief </i>is a wonderful companion to the game and, regardless of the game&rsquo;s performance or critical reception, is a welcome retelling of its journey from conception to completion. For art lovers, video gamers, and Thief-fanatics everywhere, <i>The Art of Thief</i> is a talented and bold addition to bookshelves everywhere." - Square Insider&#160;<br><br>"Aside from the stunning art offered in the book, the glimpses at the game&rsquo;s intricacies, such as the storyboards, are a phenomenal look into an aspect rarely seen in art books &mdash; which makes this a must-buy for anyone looking to get into game design." - Examiner<br><br>"<i>The Art of Thief</i> is Titan Book&rsquo;s best video game art book yet and words can&rsquo;t express how much I loved pouring over this thing." - DieHard GameFan<br><br>"Titan Books has impressed me once again with a book not only worth reading and looking through but also something worth propping up on a desk or shelf." - &#160;The Game Cavern<br><br>"it&rsquo;s a joy to look at from an artistic standpoint, but the accompanying facts and anecdotes on all that went into making the game really give you a behind the scenes look at <i>Thief</i>." - Games Fiends<br><br>"If you enjoyed playing Thief and the world of Auldale, pick-up<i> The Art of Thief</i>.&rdquo; - Retrenders<br><br>"The quality of this book is incredible." - SteamFirst
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  ## The Magic Thief Found
  
  
  Book Three
  
  
  ## By Sarah Prineas
  
  
  Illustrations by
  
  
  Antonio Javier Caparo
  
  
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  TO JOHN,  
  PRETTY MUCH  
  THE BEST HUSBAND  
  IN THE WORLD
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  ## Contents
  
  
  
  
  
  [Maps](005-frontmatterpage01.html#frontmatterpage01)
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  [Chapter 1](006-chapter01.html#chapter01)
  
  
  A wizard is a lot like a thief. If a…
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  [Chapter 2](007-chapter02.html#chapter02)
  
  
  I skiffed off Shirttail Street and headed into the maze…
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  [Chapter 3](008-chapter03.html#chapter03)
  
  
  The minions didn’t bother checking me for lockpick wires; they…
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  [Chapter 4](009-chapter04.html#chapter04)
  
  
  On the way back to my attic room in the…
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  [Chapter 5](010-chapter05.html#chapter05)
  
  
  Late in the afternoon, as the clouds crowded in over…
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  [Chapter 6](011-chapter06.html#chapter06)
  
  
  Benet came to Sparks’s house to fetch the materials for…