Summary - Midnight In The Garden Of Good And Evil: Based On The Book By John Berendt

SUMMARY

MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL

BASED ON THE BOOK BY JOHN BERENDT

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CONTENT

Arrival in Savannah and Mercer House

Savannah's Unique Social Fabric

The Lady of Six Thousand Songs

The Many Sides of Chablis

Sweet Georgia Brown's and Shifting Social Circles

Gunplay and the First Trial

The Aftermath and the Second Trial

The Retrial and Legal Maneuvering

Trials, Tribulations and Triumph

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

"Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" by John Berendt is a non-fiction narrative set in Savannah, Georgia, that explores the complexities of the city's social fabric. The story centers on the enigmatic figure of Jim Williams, a wealthy antiques dealer who is charged with the murder of his young associate, Danny Hansford. The book delves into the legal proceedings and the various eccentric personalities that populate Savannah, including socialites, artists, and a voodoo practitioner. It examines the impact of local culture and public opinion on the legal system and showcases the unique blend of tradition and eccentricity that characterizes the city. The book is not a simple murder mystery, but rather a portrait of a particular place and time, using storytelling and a blend of fact and fiction to engage the reader.

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Lydbok: 30. januar 2025