Controversial and compelling, In Cold Blood reconstructs the murder in 1959 of a Kansas farmer, his wife and both their children. Truman Capote's comprehensive study of the killings and subsequent investigation explores the circumstances surrounding this terrible crime and the effect it had on those involved. At the centre 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.
The book that made Capote's name, In Cold Blood is a seminal work of modern prose, a remarkable synthesis of journalistic skill and powerfully evocative narrative.
| ISBN: | 9780241813027 |
| Publication date: | 5th November 2026 |
| Author: | Truman Capote |
| Publisher: | Penguin Classics an imprint of Penguin Books Ltd |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 320 pages |
| Series: | Penguin Modern Hardbacks |
| Primary Genre | Crime and Mystery |
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Controversial and compelling, In Cold Blood reconstructs the murder in 1959 of a Kansas farmer, his wife and both their children. Truman Capote's comprehensive study of the killings and subsequent investigation explores the circumstances surrounding this terrible crime and the effect it had on those involved.
In Cold Blood features in the following genres: Crime and Mystery, Fiction
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In Cold Blood was written by Truman Capote and published by Penguin Classics an imprint of Penguin Books Ltd
In Cold Blood has 320 pages
Yes it is part of Penguin Modern Hardbacks series
£18.00, reduced from £20.00. Pre-order. 5th November 2026.
