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The story unfolds with a dramatic bank heist in Stockholm, where a man disguised in a wig and makeup takes hostages, igniting a six-day standoff that captivates the global media. As the situation escalates, it intertwines the lives of a notorious criminal and Sweden's prime minister, exploring themes of crime, media frenzy, and human psychology. The event not only highlights the chaos of the crisis but also reveals deeper societal issues, leaving a lasting impact on both the hostages and the nation.
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Six Days in August: The Story of Stockholm Syndrome, David King
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- Released
- 2020
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- Title
- Six Days in August: The Story of Stockholm Syndrome
- Language
- English
- Authors
- David King
- Publisher
- W. W. Norton & Company
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 304
- ISBN13
- 9780393635089
- Category
- World history, Psychology, True crime
- Description
- The story unfolds with a dramatic bank heist in Stockholm, where a man disguised in a wig and makeup takes hostages, igniting a six-day standoff that captivates the global media. As the situation escalates, it intertwines the lives of a notorious criminal and Sweden's prime minister, exploring themes of crime, media frenzy, and human psychology. The event not only highlights the chaos of the crisis but also reveals deeper societal issues, leaving a lasting impact on both the hostages and the nation.