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The Lives of Sacco and Vanzetti (A Treasury of XXth Century Murder) #[nn]
This volume from the Treasury of XXth Century Murder series presents a graphic nonfiction account of the controversial 1920s trial and execution of Italian-born anarchists Nicola Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti. The book collects the complete narrative, originally serialized, exploring the case's historical context and enduring questions of justice.
"Part I: The Crime" from *The Lives of Sacco and Vanzetti (A Treasury of XXth Century Murder)* presents a stark, meticulously rendered account of the infamous 1920s trial that captivated the world. Written and illustrated by Rick Geary, the story unfolds with quiet intensity, grounding the historical tragedy in precise, evocative artwork and a narrative that refuses to simplify the moral complexities. The cover, also by Geary, mirrors the book’s somber tone, capturing the weight of a case that continues to echo decades later.
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Sacco and Vanzetti's cause is picked up by socialist causes around the world, but to no avail. In 1927, both men are executed. Although pardoned in 1977, debates continue as to whether they were innocent or guilty.
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