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Jan 8, 2025 1 hr 41 min

Devil in the White City - Erik Larson - 032

from The Cover Podcast Hosted by Remington Ramsey

In this episode of The Cover, we dive into Erik Larson's gripping true-crime masterpiece, The Devil in the White City. Set against the backdrop of the 1893 Chicago World's Fair, Larson weaves the intertwined stories of two men: Daniel Burnham, the visionary architect behind the fair's awe-inspiring structures, and Dr. H.H. Holmes, a charming but sinister figure who used the event to conceal his horrifying crimes. Join us as we explore the birth of modern architecture, the dark underbelly of human nature, and the eerie intersection of ambition and murder in America's Gilded Age. From the creation of the Ferris wheel to Holmes' notorious "Murder Castle," we break down the historical events, the unsung heroes, and the chilling tale of America's first serial killer. Grab your headphones, and let's navigate the shadows of the World's Fair together!

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