Wicked Washington: Mysteries, Murder & Mayhem in America's Capital

by Troy Taylor · 2007

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An addictive and fascinating read that traces the criminal history of our nation's capital, from the bloody site of the city's most famous murder to dark deeds involving politicians from both sides of the aisle. Includes a look at the mysteries surrounding the Lincoln assassination, death by duels and the infamous Washington Vampire,

Genre
crimecrimeMore like thisLess of this
Themes
murdermurderMore like thisLess of this
Setting
2000s2000sMore like thisLess of thisWashington DCWashington DCMore like thisLess of thisUSAUSAMore like thisLess of this
Subject
biographybiographyMore like thisLess of thishistoryhistoryMore like thisLess of this
Audience
adult
Length
short · 127 pages

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