The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America Hardcover - 2013
by Erik Larson
About this book
A captivating non-fiction book that tells the parallel stories of two men during the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. Architect Daniel Burnham struggles to construct the grand fairgrounds known as the White City, while Dr. H.H. Holmes, a charismatic serial killer, preys on vulnerable women in his infamous "Murder Castle." Larson skillfully weaves together the contrasting narratives, highlighting the achievements of the fair and the horrors committed by Holmes. This gripping tale explores themes of ambition, power, and the dark side of human nature, providing a fascinating glimpse into a significant moment in American history.
First Edition Identification
Crown published a First US Edition, First Printing in 2003, New York. Doubleday published a First UK Edition, First Printing in 2003, London.
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- Title The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America
- Author Erik Larson
- Binding Hardcover
- Edition LRG REP
- Pages 691
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Thorndike Press
- Date 2013-03-18
- Large Print Yes
- Features Bibliography, Large Print, Table of Contents
- ISBN 9781410455765 / 1410455769
- Weight 1.6 lbs (0.73 kg)
- Dimensions 8.6 x 5.6 x 1.4 in (21.84 x 14.22 x 3.56 cm)
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Themes
- Chronological Period: 1851-1899
- Geographic Orientation: Illinois
- Locality: Chicago, Illinois
- Library of Congress subjects Large type books, Serial murders - Illinois - Chicago
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2012043414
- Dewey Decimal Code 364.152
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