Murder of Innocence by Joel Kaplan, George Papajohn, & Eric Zorn
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists Joel Kaplan, George Papajohn, and Eric Zorn provide a powerful investigative account of the day Laurie Dann terrorized a peaceful Chicago suburb in Murder of Innocence. On May 20, 1988, Dann embarked on a terrifying rampage involving arson, poisoning, and gunfire, culminating in a horrifying attack at Hubbard Woods Elementary School in Winnetka, where she murdered eight-year-old Nicholas Corwin and wounded five other children before taking her own life. This meticulously researched book delves into Dann's troubled history and descent into mental illness, while also examining the unsettling questions surrounding community awareness, missed warning signs, and systemic unpreparedness that may have contributed to the devastating tragedy.
Why You’ll Love This Book
This gripping work of investigative journalism offers a comprehensive and deeply researched look into a community shattered by an unthinkable act of violence. You'll gain insight into the complex factors surrounding the tragedy, including the perpetrator's mental state and the broader societal context. It stands as a sobering, important examination of the lead-up to and aftermath of a devastating school shooting.
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