Larson, Erik
The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America
- ISBN 13:
- 9780375725609
- author:
- Larson, Erik
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Non Basic Stock Line
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 447
- Dimensions:
- 20.1 x 13.2 x 2.5 cm
- Genre:
- Murder / General True Crime
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair that Changed America In 1893, the World's Fair in Chicago was a spectacle of wonder and innovation, attracting millions of visitors from around the globe. But amidst the magic and majesty of the fair, a sinister presence lurked. A young doctor, with a talent for manipulation and a taste for death, used the fair's grandeur to lure his victims to their doom. The architect of the fair, Daniel Hudson Burnham, and the murderer, Henry H. Holmes, were two men who embodied the contrasting forces of creativity and destruction. Burnham's vision for the White City was a testament to his skill and perseverance, while Holmes's crimes were a dark reflection of his own twisted genius. This book tells the true story of the fair and the killer who used it to commit his heinous crimes. A gripping narrative of true crime and historical intrigue, The Devil in the White City is a tale of two men, each with their own unique story to tell, and the devastating consequences of their actions.
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