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Showing books tagged "True Crime"
This softcover edition is in fine condition. The pages are tight, near fine, and the book is tight, square, and unmarked. In Cold Blood by Truman Capote is a groundbreaking work of true crime literature, first published in 1966. The book details the 1959 murders of the Clutter family in Holcomb, Kansas, a seemingly random act of violence committed by two drifters, Richard "Dick" Hickock and Perry Smith. The Clutter family, well-respected and prosperous members of their rural community, were brutally murdered during a botched robbery attempt. The book was a commercial and critical success, cementing Capote's reputation as one of America's greatest writers.
This beautiful softcover edition is in near fine condition, with no marks or tears and only minimal shelf wear. The pages are tight, appear unread, and the book is tight, square, and unmarked. The House of Gucci: A True Story of Murder, Madness, Glamour, and Greed by Sara Gay Forden is a captivating non-fiction book that delves into the dramatic and scandalous history of the Gucci fashion empire. This book served as the basis for Ridley Scott's 2021 film House of Gucci. Sara Gay Forden writes in a narrative style that blends meticulous research with storytelling, making it both informative and engaging for readers interested in fashion.
This like-new first edition hardcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and appear unread, the book is tight, square, and unmarked. The dust jacket shows minor wear at the top, beige cloth boards, and bright gilt lettering on the spine of the book. A House in the Sky is a memoir co-authored by Amanda Lindhout and journalist Sara Corbett, first published in 2013. The book recounts Amanda Lindhout's harrowing experience of being kidnapped and held captive in Somalia for 460 days. Amanda Lindhout, born in Red Deer, Alberta, Canada, developed a passion for travel and journalism, leading her to explore various conflict zones worldwide. In August 2008, while in Somalia, she and Australian photojournalist Nigel Brennan were abducted by armed militants. The memoir details the challenges they faced during their captivity, including physical and psychological abuse, and Lindhout's strategies for survival. A House in the Sky became a New York Times bestseller and won the 2014 CBC Bookie Award for Best Canadian Non-fiction.
This like-new hardcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and appear unread, the book is tight, square, and unmarked. Dust cover is unmarked, black cloth boards, and bright red lettering on the spine of the book. Midnight in Peking was praised for its compelling storytelling, vivid portrayal of 1930s Beijing, and meticulous research, winning multiple awards including the Edgar Award for Best Fact Crime. French’s work shines as both a historical narrative and a compelling exploration of justice and mystery in a time of political upheaval. Midnight in Peking: How the Murder of a Young Englishwoman Haunted the Last Days of Old China by Paul French is a gripping true-crime book published in 2011. It tells the haunting story of Pamela Werner, a British teenager whose brutal murder in 1937 Beijing (then Peking) shocked both the local and international communities. Set against the backdrop of pre-World War II China, the story combines mystery, political intrigue, and historical detail, revealing a divided city on the brink of war. The book follows the investigation led by both British and Chinese authorities, who struggle to make progress in a case marked by corruption, obstruction, and hidden agendas. He also delves into the lives of those involved in the investigation, including Pamela's father, a retired British diplomat, who tirelessly pursued justice for his daughter despite official indifference and obstruction.