In Cold Blood by Truman Capote - First Edition
One of the first true crime novels, “In Cold Blood” by Truman Capote is a highly collectible non-fiction classic. This copy of the book is in good condition and includes a non-price clipped dust jacket. The books pages are clean and bright, with very small pencil marks on the first page. The back board is a bit bowed, and the dust jacket shows some shelf ware, but this is still a very attractive copy of a classic collectible book.
The novel tells the story of the 1959 murder of the Clutter family in Holcomb, Kansas. The narrative shifts between the lives of the victims—Herbert, Bonnie, Nancy, and Kenyon Clutter—and their killers, Richard "Dick" Hickock and Perry Smith. The Clutter family enjoys a peaceful life until it is disturbed by the murder, driven by the killers' misguided search for a hidden safe. Capote examines the complex minds of both the murderers and victims, highlighting Hickock's charm and Smith's emotional struggles. The book addresses themes of violence, morality, the American dream, and deep existential questions. “In Cold Blood” is praised for its gripping storytelling, strong character development, and societal insights, offering a chilling look at a shocking crime.
One of the first true crime novels, “In Cold Blood” by Truman Capote is a highly collectible non-fiction classic. This copy of the book is in good condition and includes a non-price clipped dust jacket. The books pages are clean and bright, with very small pencil marks on the first page. The back board is a bit bowed, and the dust jacket shows some shelf ware, but this is still a very attractive copy of a classic collectible book.
The novel tells the story of the 1959 murder of the Clutter family in Holcomb, Kansas. The narrative shifts between the lives of the victims—Herbert, Bonnie, Nancy, and Kenyon Clutter—and their killers, Richard "Dick" Hickock and Perry Smith. The Clutter family enjoys a peaceful life until it is disturbed by the murder, driven by the killers' misguided search for a hidden safe. Capote examines the complex minds of both the murderers and victims, highlighting Hickock's charm and Smith's emotional struggles. The book addresses themes of violence, morality, the American dream, and deep existential questions. “In Cold Blood” is praised for its gripping storytelling, strong character development, and societal insights, offering a chilling look at a shocking crime.
One of the first true crime novels, “In Cold Blood” by Truman Capote is a highly collectible non-fiction classic. This copy of the book is in good condition and includes a non-price clipped dust jacket. The books pages are clean and bright, with very small pencil marks on the first page. The back board is a bit bowed, and the dust jacket shows some shelf ware, but this is still a very attractive copy of a classic collectible book.
The novel tells the story of the 1959 murder of the Clutter family in Holcomb, Kansas. The narrative shifts between the lives of the victims—Herbert, Bonnie, Nancy, and Kenyon Clutter—and their killers, Richard "Dick" Hickock and Perry Smith. The Clutter family enjoys a peaceful life until it is disturbed by the murder, driven by the killers' misguided search for a hidden safe. Capote examines the complex minds of both the murderers and victims, highlighting Hickock's charm and Smith's emotional struggles. The book addresses themes of violence, morality, the American dream, and deep existential questions. “In Cold Blood” is praised for its gripping storytelling, strong character development, and societal insights, offering a chilling look at a shocking crime.