ISBN 9780141182575|Paperback|315 pages|2000|Penguin Modern Classics
In Cold Blood by Truman Capote is a landmark true crime novel, meticulously reconstructing the 1959 Clutter family murders in Kansas.
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In Cold Blood by Truman Capote is a landmark true crime novel, meticulously reconstructing the 1959 Clutter family murders in Kansas. Capote’s blend of journalistic detail and novelistic narrative creates a hauntingly vivid portrayal of the crime and its aftermath. He delves deeply into the psyches of killers Richard Hickock and Perry Smith, exploring their motivations and backgrounds with unsettling empathy. The book transcends a simple crime story, becoming a profound exploration of American violence and its devastating impact on a small community. Capote’s evocative prose and psychological depth make it a compelling, albeit disturbing, read. While his narrative techniques have sparked debate, In Cold Blood remains a powerful and influential work, redefining the true crime genre and leaving a lasting impression on readers.
Author
Truman Capote
Publisher
Penguin Modern Classics
ISBN
9780141182575
Binding
Paperback
Pages
315
Year of Publication
2000
Condition
New
Country of Origin
India
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About The Author
Truman Capote was an influential American author, renowned for his distinctive literary style and his pioneering work in the "nonfiction novel" genre, most notably with "In Cold Blood," a chilling account of the 1959 Clutter family murders that blurred the lines between journalism and fiction; his early works established him as a master of evocative prose, while his later years, though marked by personal struggles, solidified his lasting impact on American literature.
About The Author
Truman Capote was an influential American author, renowned for his distinctive literary style and his pioneering work in the "nonfiction novel" genre, most notably with "In Cold Blood," a chilling account of the 1959 Clutter family murders that blurred the lines between journalism and fiction; his early works established him as a master of evocative prose, while his later years, though marked by personal struggles, solidified his lasting impact on American literature.
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