Summary:
Discover 8 selected works by librarians in Monaco that explore the dark and fascinating world of true crime.
Full Story:
Monaco’s librarians, Sophie and Nathalie, have curated a selection of books, films, mini-series, and comics to explore the captivating world of true crime. Truman Capote’s “In Cold Blood” delves into the true story of the murder of the Clutter family in 1959, analyzing the criminals and American society at the time. Ivan Jablonka’s “Laëtitia or The End of Men” examines the tragic destiny of Laëtitia Perrais, highlighting the societal dysfunctions and violence against women. Gilles Perrault’s “The Red Pullover” investigates the case of Christian Ranucci, one of the last individuals to be guillotined in France, questioning the possibility of a wrongful execution. James Ellroy’s “The Black Dahlia” explores the unsolved murder of Elizabeth Short in 1947, blurring the lines between fact and fiction in a dark portrayal of Los Angeles. For films and mini-series, “As Long As They Don’t Find The Body” tells the gripping story of Agnès Leroux’s mysterious disappearance, while “The Goldman Trial” follows the highly publicized trial of Pierre Goldman. The comics “Weegee” depicts the life of a famous New York press photographer in the 1930s and 1940s, and “Thou Shalt Not Kill” presents various criminal cases with humor. These works offer captivating insights into the world of true crime for those looking to explore this genre during their vacations in Monaco.
Source:
Monaco Tribune
