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by Gerald Langford (Author)
The Murder of Stanford White is a non-fiction book written by Gerald Langford that recounts the infamous murder of the renowned architect Stanford White in 1906. White was shot dead by Harry Thaw, a wealthy socialite who was obsessed with White's wife, Evelyn Nesbit. The book delves into the scandalous lives of the high society elite in turn-of-the-century New York City, including White, Nesbit, and Thaw. Langford provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the murder, the trial, and the aftermath. The book also explores the cultural and societal implications of the murder, including the role of the media in sensationalizing the case and the impact it had on the perception of wealth and privilege in America. The Murder of Stanford White is a gripping true crime story that offers insight into the darker side of the Gilded Age.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
