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David Grann - Killers of The Flower Moon (2nd Hand Paperback)
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Synopsis
An Edgar Allan Poe Award Winning Book.
Sunday Times Bestseller.
From the bestselling author of The Lost City of Z, now a major film, and the Number One international bestseller The Wager, comes a true-life murder story which became one of the FBI’s first major homicide investigations.
In the 1920s, the richest people per capita in the world were members of the Osage Indian nation in Oklahoma. After oil was discovered beneath their land, they rode in chauffeured automobiles, built mansions and sent their children to study in Europe.
Then, one by one, the Osage began to be killed off. As the death toll climbed, the FBI took up the case. But the bureau badly bungled the investigation. In desperation, its young director, J. Edgar Hoover, turned to a former Texas Ranger named Tom White to unravel the mystery.
Together with the Osage he and his undercover team began to expose one of the most chilling conspiracies in American history.
Details
- Format : Standard 2nd Hand Paperback
- Condition : Very Good
- Category : Non-Fiction - USA
- Published : 2017 (This Edition 2018 - Simon & Schuster)
- ISBN : 9780857209030
- SKU : B004032
- PPC : SP300gm
- RRP : £9.99
- Quantity Available : 1 only.
External Reviews
‘David Grann has a razor-keen instinct for suspense’ - Louise Eddrich.
‘A riveting true story of greed, serial murder and racial injustice’ - Jon Krakeaur.
‘A fiercely entertaining mystery story and a wrenching exploration of evil’ - Kate Atkinson.
‘A fascinating account of a tragic and forgotten chapter in the history of the American West.' - John Grisham.
'It's a look at such a troubling time in American history when Native Americans were looked at as second-class citizens, even the Osage who were, quite literally, some of the wealthiest people in the country. I found the story incredibly compelling with a true two-faced savior-turned-villain presented in a satisfying who-dunnit fashion. But more than simply "who killed the Burkharts", which is a fascinating mystery unto itself, it also explores how the tale that we hear is just one small example of a much larger plot of many different white people to swindle money from the Osage, which involved marriage and/or murder. The story of FBI agent White is also enthralling, as he seems like a genuinely good man trying to do his best. The final part, taking place in present day, demonstrates the lasting affects of this ignored killing rampage and makes you wonder how far-reaching this sinister plot was. A particularly delightful part of the book was the many pictures, which really added to the story.' - Chelseal.
AI Summary
David Grann’s "Killers of The Flower Moon" uncovers a chilling true story of greed, betrayal, and murder in 1920's Oklahoma. As the Osage Nation rises to wealth from oil discovered beneath their land, a sinister conspiracy emerges, leading to a series of brutal deaths. This gripping narrative combines meticulous research with compelling storytelling to reveal a dark chapter in American history and the birth of the FBI’s investigation into the crimes. Perfect for readers seeking a powerful exploration of justice and injustice.
The Author
David Grann is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and a staff writer at The New Yorker magazine. He is the author of the critically acclaimed books "The Wager," "The Lost City of Z," and "Killers of the Flower Moon," which was a finalist for the National Book Award. He is also the author of "The White Darkness" and the collection "The Devil and Sherlock Holmes: Tales of Murder, Madness, and Obsession." His book "Killers of the Flower Moon" was recently adapted into a film directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Lily Gladstone, and Robert De Niro. Several of his other stories, including "The Lost City of Z" and "Old Man and the Gun," have also been adapted into major motion pictures. His investigative reporting and storytelling have garnered several honors, including a George Polk Award and an Edgar Allan Poe Award.
