In Cold Blood by Truman Capote
I finished In Cold Blood last night, and I have to say, this book is one that will stick with me for some time. This ground breaking non-fiction book is masterfully written as a novel, with incredible character studies, particularly that of Perry Smith, later portrayed by Robert Blake in the 1967 movie of the same title. I haven't watched the movie yet, but I'm on the hunt for it right now, I will report after I watch it.
In Holcomb, Kansas on November 15, 1959 the Clutter family was murdered in their home for "fifty dollars, a radio, and a pair of binoculars", by two men armed with a shotgun and a knife. In Cold Blood tells the story of all involved, starting with introducing the ill-fated Clutter family.
This is a book that I did not put down until the last page was turned. Truly chilling, particularly Perry Smith's confession.
Here is a link that I found, with photos of some of the people involved in the story. I can't imagine how someone could possibly live in that home, but they do. Talk about bad vibes!
In Holcomb, Kansas on November 15, 1959 the Clutter family was murdered in their home for "fifty dollars, a radio, and a pair of binoculars", by two men armed with a shotgun and a knife. In Cold Blood tells the story of all involved, starting with introducing the ill-fated Clutter family.
This is a book that I did not put down until the last page was turned. Truly chilling, particularly Perry Smith's confession.
Here is a link that I found, with photos of some of the people involved in the story. I can't imagine how someone could possibly live in that home, but they do. Talk about bad vibes!
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