Jeff Guinn is a former longtime journalist, whose writing delves into the darker and more complex moments of American history. His work, encompassing both fiction and nonfiction, meticulously examines the lives and actions of individuals who have shaped the American landscape. Guinn's narrative approach is analytical yet engaging, drawing readers into compelling explorations of notorious figures and pivotal events. He possesses a distinctive ability to uncover and present the intricate details of his subjects with clarity and depth.
Investigative reporter and bestselling author Jeff Guinn draws on never- before-seen documents and interviews with participants who have not previously spoken to any writer to give us the definitive account of the disastrous siege at the Branch Davidian compound in Waco, Texas, that has become a rallying cry for anti-government groups for thirty years.
From bestselling author Jeff Guinn, the dramatic story of how U.S.-Mexico border tensions erupted into open warfare in 1916, as a U.S. military expedition crossed the border to try to capture Mexican guerrilla Pancho Villa -- a military incursion whose effects still haunt the border region to this day.
"Jonestown-even now, the name is chilling shorthand for the largest murder-suicide in American history. But what led to the horrifying events of November 1978, when nine hundred people-including nearly three hundred infants and children-died after being ordered to swallow a cyanide-laced drink? The Road to Jonestown is the definitive account of Jim Jones and the tragic events at Jonestown, based on newly released documents and new interviews with survivors, some of whom had never spoken publicly before. In this riveting narrative, bestselling author Jeff Guinn examines Jones's life, showing how he attracted his large congregations. Guinn provides stunning new details of the events leading to the fatal day when so many of his followers not only died for him but killed for him" -- Page 4 of cover
Charles Manson je po více než 40 let synonymem pro psychopata. Jeho jméno ani činy není možné ignorovat nebo zapomenout. Jeff Guinn se noří do hloubky Mansonova příběhu a rekonstruuje kombinaci událostí a okolností, které pomohly stvořit monstrum. Guinn líčí jeho špatné rodinné zázemí, mladistvé „nerozvážnosti“ i založení nechvalně proslulé Mansonovy „rodiny“ a odhaluje tajemství jedné z nejhorších kriminálních epizod v moderní americké historii.
Drawing on extensive interviews with people who knew Manson, including his sister and cousin--neither of whom had ever previously cooperated with an author--Guinn reveals new information about Mason's life and answers unresolved questions about the night of the Tate murders. He puts Manson in the context of the turbulent sixties, and shows how Manson was driven by this frustrated ambitions and bizarre obsessions--with ultimately deadly consequences. --From publisher description
Forget everything you think you know about Clyde Barrow and Bonnie Parker. Previous portrayals have glamorized this notorious criminal couple, contributing to a captivating mythology. The real story is far more intriguing. Bestselling author Jeff Guinn combines extensive research with newly discovered material to reveal the truth about two kids from a filthy Dallas slum who fell in love and traded their lives for fleeting excitement and fame. Their timing was impeccable; the Barrow Gang's first heist in 1932 coincided with the Great Depression, when Americans craved escapism. Newsreels and true crime magazines quickly made them household names, likening them to celebrities like Charles Lindbergh and Babe Ruth. However, the reality was starkly different. Clyde and Bonnie were among the most inept criminals, primarily targeting small groceries and service stations, often ending up empty-handed. Both were physically impaired—Clyde from a prison injury and Bonnie from a car crash due to Clyde's recklessness. Living on the run, they endured a harsh existence, yet their love for each other was genuine. This tale encompasses true romance, rebellion, and a dramatic end at the hands of a lawman. With access to unpublished material from family members and collectors, Guinn presents the real story of Bonnie and Clyde with cinematic flair and profound insight.
Nicholas (his real name) was born in the Middle Eastern country of Lycia to wealthy parents who died when he was young. The kind people of Lycia taught him the lessons of goodness and generosity, which he began to practice as a child by sharing his wealth with those in need. This work tells the story of how Santa Claus came into being.
