David Grann Books

The New York Times bestseller and National Book Award finalist Killers of the Flower Moon is now adapted for young readers. This book is an essential resource for young readers to learn about the Reign of Terror against the Osage people--one of history's most ruthless and shocking crimes. In the 1920s, the richest people per capita in the world were members of the Osage Nation in Oklahoma, thanks to the oil that was discovered beneath their land. Then, one by one, the Osage began to die under mysterious circumstances, and anyone who tried to investigate met the same end. As the death toll surpassed more than twenty-four Osage, the newly created Bureau of Investigation, which became the FBI, took up the case, one of the organization's first major homicide investigations. An undercover team, including one of the only Native American agents in the bureau, infiltrated the region, struggling to adopt the latest modern techniques of detection. Working with the Osage, they began to expose one of the most chilling conspiracies in American history. In this adaptation of the adult bestseller, David Grann revisits his gripping investigation into the shocking crimes against the Osage people. The book is a searing indictment of the callousness and prejudice toward Native Americans that allowed the murderers to occur for so long.

' A fascinating account of a tragic and forgotten chapter in the history of the American West. This powerful story reveals the unimaginable scale of these shocking murders almost a hundred years ago' John Grisham

A young reader edition of the New York Times bestseller and National Book Award finalist about one of history's most ruthless and shocking crimes, the Reign of Terror against the Osage people. In the 1920s, the richest people per capita in the world were members of the Osage Nation in Oklahoma. After oil was discovered beneath their land, the Osage 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 surpassed more than twenty-four Osage, the newly created F.B.I. took up the case, in what became one of the organization's first major homicide investigations. An undercover team, including one of the only Native American agents in the bureau, infiltrated the region, struggling to adopt the latest modern techniques of detection to bring an end to the deadly crime spree. Together with the Osage they began to expose one of the most chilling conspiracies in American history. In this youngification of the adult bestseller, critically acclaimed author David Grann revisits the gripping investigation into the shocking crimes against the Osage people. It is a searing indictment of the callousness and prejudice toward Native Americans that allowed the murderers to continue for so long and provides essential information for young readers about a shameful period in U.S. history.

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Killers of the Flower Moon comes a gripping tale of shipwreck, survival, and the dark side of human nature, culminating in a court martial that unveils a shocking truth. On January 28, 1742, a battered vessel washed ashore in Brazil, carrying thirty emaciated men who were survivors of His Majesty's Ship the Wager. This British ship had embarked on a secret mission during an imperial war with Spain, aiming to capture a treasure-laden galleon. However, it wrecked on a desolate island off Patagonia, leading to months of starvation and desperation for the crew. They constructed a makeshift craft and sailed over 3,000 miles through treacherous seas, arriving in Brazil as heroes. Yet, six months later, another decrepit boat reached Chile, containing only three castaways who told a starkly different story. The men hailed as heroes were accused of mutiny, while the first group countered with allegations against a tyrannical officer. This descent into anarchy on the island saw factions battling for control. With accusations of treachery and murder rampant, the Admiralty convened a court martial to uncover the truth, where the stakes were life and death. This narrative captures the extremes of human behavior and the complexities of survival, with twists that keep readers enthralled.

Set in the 1920s, the story reveals a dark chapter in American history where the Osage Nation, once wealthy from oil, faces a series of mysterious murders targeting its members. Mollie Burkhart's family becomes a focal point as relatives are killed under suspicious circumstances. Amidst rising tensions, the fledgling FBI, led by J. Edgar Hoover, enlists former Texas Ranger Tom White and a Native American agent to investigate. Together, they uncover a chilling conspiracy that threatens the very fabric of the Osage community.

By the Sunday Times bestselling author of Killers of the Flower Moon, a powerful true story of adventure and obsession in the Antarctic, lavishly illustrated with colour photographs

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the author of Killers of the Flower Moon and The Wager comes a masterpiece of narrative nonfiction “with all the pace and excitement of a movie thriller”(The New York Times) that unravels the greatest exploration mystery of the twentieth century—the story of the legendary British explorer who ventured into the Amazon jungle in search of a fabled civilization and never returned. "[Grann is] one of the preeminent adventure and true-crime writers working today."—New York Magazine After stumbling upon a hidden trove of diaries, acclaimed writer David Grann set out to determine what happened to the British explorer Percy Fawcett and his quest for the Lost City of Z. For centuries Europeans believed the Amazon, the world’s largest rain forest, concealed the glittering kingdom of El Dorado. Thousands had died looking for it, leaving many scientists convinced that the Amazon was truly inimical to humankind. In 1925 Fawcett ventured into the Amazon to find an ancient civilization, hoping to make one of the most important discoveries in history. Then he vanished. Over the years countless perished trying to find evidence of his party and the place he called “The Lost City of Z.” In this masterpiece, journalist David Grann interweaves the spellbinding stories of Fawcett’s quest for “Z” and his own journey into the deadly jungle. Look for David Grann’s latest bestselling book, The Wager!

By the author of international bestsellers KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON and THE WAGER, this collection explores twelve captivating real-life mysteries. Inspired by Sherlock Holmes's reflections on the strange coincidences and intricate events of life, David Grann embarks on a journey of investigation and discovery. While Holmes features in just one of the mesmerizing stories, each narrative brims with intrigue. The protagonists include a Polish detective unraveling clues in a post-modern novel linked to a real murder, an arson investigator racing against time to prove an inmate’s innocence, a legendary French con man questioning his own reality, and scientists pursuing a sea monster. Unlike fictional tales, these accounts are grounded in truth, revealing the complexities of human nature. The characters face deception, madness, and moral dilemmas, illuminating why some individuals choose paths of good while others descend into evil. As Holmes famously noted, life is infinitely stranger than fiction, and these stories exemplify that notion, showcasing the unpredictable and often dark facets of the human experience.

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Killers of the Flower Moon, a mesmerizing collection of true-crime stories that includes "The Old Man and the Gun"—the inspiration for the movie starring Robert Redford and Sissy Spacek, along with two other riveting tales. "The Old Man and the Gun" is the incredible story of a bank robber and prison escape artist who modeled himself after figures like Pretty Boy Floyd and who, even in his seventies, refuses to retire. "True Crime" follows the twisting investigation of a Polish detective who suspects that a novelist planted clues in his fiction to an actual murder. And "The Chameleon" recounts how a French imposter assumes the identity of a missing boy from Texas and infiltrates the boy's family, only to soon wonder whether he is the one being conned. In this mesmerizing collection, David Grann shows why he has been called a "worthy heir to Truman Capote" and "simply the best narrative nonfiction writer working today," as he takes the reader on a journey through some of the most intriguing and gripping real-life tales from around the world. Look for David Grann’s latest book, The Wager!

Now a major motion picture starring Robert Redford and Sissy Spacek, from the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Killers of the Flower Moon, The Old Man and the Gun is here joined by two other riveting true crime tales. "The Old Man and the Gun," is the story of a man who idolized the likes of Pretty Boy Floyd and, as a result, fashions himself into a notorious bank robber and escape artist. "The Chameleon" is the tale a French con artist gets in over his head when he impersonates a missing Texas teenager and raises the suspicions of a local private investigator. "True Crime" follows a riveting investigation in which a Polish cold-case detective makes an unlikely connection between a philosopher's novel and the murder case he's trying to crack. Grann takes the reader on a journey through some of the strangest and most thrilling real life stories of felonious behavior from around the world.

Ein packender Bericht über das Schicksal von 30 Männern, die nach dem Untergang des britischen Eroberungsschiffs „The Wager“ in Brasilien stranden. Sechs Monate später wird ein Kriegsgericht über ihre Schuld und Unschuld entscheiden. David Grann erzählt eine fesselnde Geschichte von Verrat und Wahrheit.

W 1914 roku Ernest Shackelton wyruszył na kolejną wprawę transantarktyczną. Jej celem było przejście Antarktydy od Morza Weddellena do Morza Rossa. Jednak statek, którym podróżowała wyprawa zmiażdżyły kry lodowe. Rozpoczęła się walka o przetrwanie. Dzięki determinacji Shackeltona wszyscy członkowie wyprawy przeżyli. W 2008 roku Henry Worsley, wnuk dowódcy statku Shackeltona z dwoma innymi potomkami załogi, powtórzył trasę legendarnego polarnika, którą ten przebył dla ratowania załogi. W 2015 roku Worsley podjął pierwszą próbę samotnego przemierzenia Antarktydy pieszo i bez wsparcia. David Grann - amerykański dziennikarz i pisarz, autor książek reportażowych, od 2003 związany z „New Yorkerem”. W języku polskim ukazały się dwie się jego książki: Zaginione miasto Z (W.A.B., 2010) będąca mieszanką reportażu i biografii brytyjskiego podróżnika Percy'ego Fawcetta, zaginionego w 1925 w brazylijskiej Amazonii i Czas krwawego księżyca . Zabójstwa Indian Osagów i narodziny FBI (W.A.B. 2018).

Em 1925, o explorador britânico Percy Fawcett embrenhou-se na Amazônia para encontrar uma antiga civilização, prometendo fazer uma das mais importantes descobertas arqueológicas da história. Durante séculos, os europeus acreditaram que a maior floresta do mundo escondia o reino de Eldorado. Muitos morreram nessa procura. Com o tempo, muitos cientistas passaram a considerar a Amazônia uma armadilha mortal que jamais poderia abrigar uma sociedade complexa. Mas Fawcett passou anos elaborando sua tese científica e embarcou nessa aventura com o filho de 21 anos, determinado a provar que essa antiga civilização - que ele chamou de 'Z' - existia. Mas Fawcett e sua expedição desapareceram para sempre. O destino de Fawcett - e as pistas que deixou a respeito de 'Z' - tornou-se uma obsessão para vários viajantes que o seguiram pela selva. Durante décadas, cientistas e aventureiros procuraram por vestígios da expedição de Fawcett e da cidade perdida de Z. Assim como as gerações que o precederam, o autor acabou atraído pela floresta. Sua busca pela verdade e suas revelações sobre o destino de Z compõem o cerne deste livro.

Percy Harrison Fawcett è la versione british di Indiana Jones: altrettanto spericolato ma baffuto e con l'elmetto. All'inizio del Novecento, questa ex spia per conto del governo di Sua Maestà si trasforma in un eccezionale esploratore e compie una serie di incredibili spedizioni nel cuore dell'Amazzonia, ossessionato dalla ricerca dei resti di una civiltà sconosciuta, per secoli identificata con il mitico El Dorado. Si imbatte in tribù armate di frecce avvelenate, combatte contro coccodrilli, giaguari, pirafia, anaconda e insetti mortali. Nel 1925, durante l'ultima missione, scompare. Letteralmente. Nessuno saprà cosa ne è stato di lui. Molte spedizioni si sono susseguite, invano, alla ricerca dei suoi resti. Nessuna però è stata raccontata come questa di David Grann, giornalista pantofolaio, che decide di partire per l'Amazzonia per ripercorrere le tracce dell'ultimo, grande, esploratore vittoriano.