My boy Eli recommended this book. An entertaining read. The story of the 1893 World's Fair in Chicago is fascinating, particularly given the wherewithal of the times and the scope of the project. How many pounds of this and that, Annie Oakley, the first Ferris Wheel, Walt Disney's father Elias, Frank Lloyd Wright, incandescent bulbs, alternating current and shredded wheat oh my. The story of serial killer H.H. Holmes adds just the right touch of dark to this tale in Chicago. He easily killed at least 27 people around that time, probably way more. What a creepy guy. It amazes me how many folks can be seduced by guys like that. Yikes.
Great read. Recommend: Yes for entertainment and relaxing purposes. Indeed.
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