Description
Author Erik Larson
Publisher Vintage (February 10, 2004)
Binding paperback
Condition like new
Summary
The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America by Erik Larson intertwines the stories of two men: Daniel H. Burnham, the visionary architect behind the 1893 World's Fair, and H.H. Holmes, one of America’s first serial killers. Through meticulous research, Larson details how the creation of the World’s Columbian Exposition transformed Chicago, while Holmes used its allure to build a "Murder Castle" for his dark purposes. This gripping true crime narrative explores ambition, deception, and the clash between grandeur and horror, making it a captivating read for history and crime enthusiasts.