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Synopsis

Controversial and compelling, In Cold Blood reconstructs the murder in 1959 of a Kansas farmer, his wife and both their children. Truman Capote's comprehensive study of the killings and subsequent investigation explores the circumstances surrounding this terrible crime and the effect it had on those involved. At the centre of his study are the amoral young killers Perry Smith and Dick Hickcock, who, vividly drawn by Capote, are shown to be reprehensible yet entirely and frighteningly human.

The book that made Capote's name, In Cold Blood is a seminal work of modern prose, a remarkable synthesis of journalistic skill and powerfully evocative narrative.

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Customer Review: 31 October 2008

Reviewer: vince

'This book is very well organized. There is a noticeably strong goal in identifying the purpose. The words being used and tidbits of opinions give us a ‘read between the lines’ effect throughout the drama and civility. There is a reason for everything. Capote has a strong understanding of his audience almost like the killers in the book and in real life. The entire book unfolds in the way our minds want it to unfold so this will help me in putting the pieces together throughout and discovering the conclusion without getting to the end. '

Critic Review:

'The American dream turning into the American nightmare ... a remarkable book' Tony Tanner, Spectator.

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