[(The Devil in the White City )] [Author: Erik Larson] [Apr-2004]

The Devil in the White City is a gripping and captivating book that takes readers on a thrilling journey through the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago.

This masterfully crafted work of non-fiction weaves together the stories of two men, Daniel Hudson Burnham and Henry H.

Holmes, who embodied the dynamic spirit of America's rush towards the 20th century. Burnham, a brilliant architect and builder, overcame tremendous obstacles to transform swampy Jackson Park into the magnificent White City, a place of wonder and magic.

Meanwhile, Holmes, a sinister figure with a twisted mind, built his "World's Fair Hotel" just west of the fairgrounds, a place of unspeakable horrors where he lured scores of young women to their deaths. Through vivid storytelling and meticulous research, Larson brings these two men and their respective creations to life in all their glory and depravity.

The result is a book that will keep you on the edge of your seat, eager to discover what happens next in this tale of murder, magic, and madness at the fair that changed America.

Don't miss out on this unforgettable reading experience – get your copy of The Devil in the White City today!