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The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair that Changed America
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Erik Larson

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few weeks ago
One of the best non-fiction books I have read in a long time
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few weeks ago
Like his book "Thunderstruck," this follows two parallel storylines: the 1893 Chicago World's Fair and the discovery of a charming serial killer. Great non-fiction read.
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few weeks ago
Never could get into this book...didn't finish it.
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few weeks ago
One of my favorites this year. I think this was the best book I have read in a decade. And true! yikes!! I couldn't put it down, and am now currently fascinated with this fair and all that grew from it. FABULOUS! all i can say. what a treat, and totally TRUE! yikes
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A reader
few weeks ago
Just the most fascinating story! Who knew about all this in our generation - Chicago is a city I love to visit and now I've learned amazing things about its history. Read this!
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A reader
few weeks ago
The most amazing thing about this book is that everything in it is factual... truly stranger than fiction, and a great window into an amazing historical period.
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Lisa
few weeks ago
This book is so interesting. I enjoyed learning about all of the logistics that went into planning the World Fair in Chicago. Lots of excellent history woven in with a real killing spree.
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A reader
few weeks ago
Mike and I both loved this book.
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A reader
few weeks ago
Fascinating history. A little meaty in parts.
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A reader
few weeks ago
History which reads like fiction. In every section there is a nugget of info about how the Chicago Worlds Fair relates back to something in our common lives today, like the first use of spray paint. Also gives a great appreciation for the changes in technology a century later and what we take for granted. In summer heat our streets do not smell of horse manure. woo hoo.
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The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America
The Devil in the White C...
Erik Larson
  • ISBN-10: 0375725601
  • ISBN-13: 9780375725609
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