Two stories, dramatically linked, are included in this one riveting book. In hard to put down prose, Mr. Larson recounts the planning and building of the Chicago World's Fair of 1893 - the World's Columbian Exposition. Celebrating the 400th anniversary of Columbus's famous voyage, this fair was determined to beat the Paris World's Fair and its Eiffel Tower. Described as "Frozen Music", the fair accomplished it goal and featured the world's first Ferris Wheel. Unfortunately, a serial killer, a man calling himself H. H. Holmes, was committing unspeakable acts of terror in close proximity to the Fair. Well researched and pleasantly presented, this book if too good to miss.
National Book Award Finalist
Edgar Award Winner
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