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The Devil In The White City; Murder, Magic, And Madness At The Fair That Changed America
by Larson, Erik
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- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Fine/near fine
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About This Item
New York: Crown Publishers, 2003. First Edition, First Printing. Hardcover. Fine/near fine. First Edition, first printing of The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson.. Octavo, 447pp, [1]. Black hardcover, title stamped in gilt on spine. Small mark to lower edge of text block, a near fine example. Stated "first edition" on copyright page, with a full number line. In the publisher's dust jacket, $25.95 on front flap, touch of shelf wear on spine panel, a near fine example.
Synopsis
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.
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- Bookseller
- The First Edition Rare Books, LLC
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- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 13606
- Title
- The Devil In The White City; Murder, Magic, And Madness At The Fair That Changed America
- Author
- Larson, Erik
- Illustrator
- First Edition, first printing of The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson.
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Fine
- Jacket Condition
- near fine
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First Edition, First Printing
- Publisher
- Crown Publishers
- Place of Publication
- New York
- Date Published
- 2003
- Keywords
- garden of beasts Erik Larson, dead wake Erik Larson, thunderstruck Erik Larson, devil in the white city Larson, isaac's storm Larson, no one goes along Larson, signed book Erik Larson
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