At the conclusion of the Civil War, Wilkes County, North Carolina, was the site of this nationally publicized crime of passion, the nation's first. This notorious crime became an inspiration for musicians, writers and storytellers ever since, creating a mystery of mythic proportions. Through newspaper articles, trial documents and public records, Dr. John E. Fletcher brings this dramatic case to life, providing the long-awaited factual account of the legendary murder. Join the investigation into one of the country's most enduring thrillers.
At the conclusion of the Civil War, Wilkes County, North Carolina, was the site of this nationally publicized crime of passion, the nation's first. This notorious crime became an inspiration for musicians, writers and storytellers ever since, creating a mystery of mythic proportions. Through newspaper articles, trial documents and public records, Dr. John E. Fletcher brings this dramatic case to life, providing the long-awaited factual account of the legendary murder. Join the investigation into one of the country's most enduring thrillers.
The True Story of Tom Dooley: From Western North Carolina Mystery to Folk Legend
176The True Story of Tom Dooley: From Western North Carolina Mystery to Folk Legend
176Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9781626190436 |
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Publisher: | Arcadia Publishing SC |
Publication date: | 05/07/2013 |
Series: | True Crime |
Pages: | 176 |
Sales rank: | 628,345 |
Product dimensions: | 5.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.40(d) |