Whoa. What a ride! I don't generally enjoy non-fiction, however, this book was written to be enjoyed like a novel. Chicago is full of life, vigor, intrigue, and many other things that make this tale a Must-Read! The World's Fair was an amazing feat, that, given current laws, etc, would never be pulled off today. Exciting, captivating, and disturbing at times. You must read this!!
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Love that book. It's amazing how many things we take for granted today come from that World's Fair. I liked how the two stories were interwoven. As twisted as the Holmes was I couldn't wait to read more about him. I've read another one of Erik Larson's books "Thunderstruck" and liked it as well. This one is another murdered intertwined with Marconi's work with long distance radio. I can't remember if I read it or listened to it.
ReplyDeleteThanks! I've been debating whether to attempt another of his books, or try one later...still undecided.
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