In Cold Blood
by Truman Capote
In Cold Blood by Truman Capote holds a highly rated rating of 4.05 out of 5, based on 381.7K reader ratings. First published in 1965. The book spans 343 pages.
About In Cold Blood
On November 15, 1959, in the small town of Holcomb, Kansas, four members of the Clutter family were savagely murdered by blasts from a shotgun held a few inches from their faces. There was no apparent motive for the crime, and there were almost no clues. As Truman Capote reconstructs the murder and the investigation that led to the capture, trial, and execution of the killers, he generates both mesmerizing suspense and astonishing empathy. At the center of his study are the amoral young killers Perry Smith and Dick Hickcock, who, vividly drawn by Capote, are shown to be reprehensible yet entirely and frighteningly human. In Cold Blood is a seminal work of modern prose, a remarkable synthesis of journalistic skill and powerfully evocative narrative.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Truman Capote |
| Published | 1965 |
| Pages | 343 |
| Genres | Non-Fiction, Classics, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, History |
| Average Rating | 4.05 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 381,652 |
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What genre is In Cold Blood?
In Cold Blood is categorized as Non-Fiction, Classics, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is In Cold Blood worth reading?
Based on 381.7K reader ratings, In Cold Blood has an average score of 4.05 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is In Cold Blood?
In Cold Blood has 343 pages.
Who wrote In Cold Blood?
In Cold Blood was written by Truman Capote. It was first published in 1965.
What is the ISBN for In Cold Blood?
The ISBN-13 for In Cold Blood is 9780679745590.0.
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