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Set against the backdrop of Chicago, the narrative unfolds over twelve tumultuous days marked by an aviation disaster, a race riot, a debilitating transit strike, and a shocking child murder. These events intertwine to capture the city's escalating tensions and societal challenges, highlighting the fragility of urban life during a period of crisis. The story immerses readers in a gripping exploration of chaos and resilience in a city on the edge.
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City of Scoundrels, Gary Krist
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- Released
- 2013
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- Title
- City of Scoundrels
- Subtitle
- The Twelve Days of Disaster That Gave Birth to Modern Chicago
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Gary Krist
- Publisher
- Crown Publishing Group (NY)
- Released
- 2013
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 400
- ISBN13
- 9780307454300
- Category
- World history, Geography / Topography
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of Chicago, the narrative unfolds over twelve tumultuous days marked by an aviation disaster, a race riot, a debilitating transit strike, and a shocking child murder. These events intertwine to capture the city's escalating tensions and societal challenges, highlighting the fragility of urban life during a period of crisis. The story immerses readers in a gripping exploration of chaos and resilience in a city on the edge.