Synopses & Reviews
Rick Geary's
Treasury of Victorian Murder moves onto the XXth century with one of the most sensationalistic cases ever!
All was well for Charles Lindbergh, after his daring solo crossing of the Atlantic. Fame and fortune came quickly, as well as marriage into a wealthy family. But soon after they build themselves their dream home far from the madding crowd, tragedy strikes: their baby is abducted.
Rick Geary retraces all the different highly publicized events, blackmail notes, false and otherwise, as well as the string of colorful characters wanting to 'help,' some of which actually successfully snookered the beleaguered hero. A fascinating story, of course without a fully satisfactory conclusion, replete with savory details and unsavory people, as only Geary can masterfully relate with his understated dark humor.
Review
"Considering the density of information involved, this is a fast-reading book, and I expect that's wholly due to Geary's skill with intermingling precisely as much narration as needed at one time with descriptive/mordant/funny images..." Jog — The Blog
Review
"All of [Geary's books] are meticulously researched, beautifully drawn,
and quite entertaining. My highest recommendation!" Heidi MacDonald, Comics Buyer's Guide
Synopsis
Described as the crime of the (20th) century, the Lindbergh kidnapping is defined by highly publicized events, blackmail notes — false and otherwise — and a string of colorful characters wanting to help. Gifted cartoonist Rick Geary masterfully revisits this fascinating case with his trademark dark humor.
Synopsis
Lindberghand#8217;s baby disappears! Geary retraces all the different highly publicized events, blackmail notes, false and otherwise, as well as the string of colorful characters wanting to and#145;help,and#8217; some of which actually successfully snookered the beleaguered hero.
About the Author
An award-winning cartoonist and illustrator, Rick Geary has worked for Marvel Entertainment Group, DC Comics, Dark Horse Comics, and Heavy Metal, and has contributed to National Lampoon and The New York Times Book Review.