The Crime of the Century

In "The Crime of the Century," authors William J. Martin and Dennis L. Breo delve into the harrowing events of July 14, 1966, when Richard Franklin Speck brutally murdered eight young nurses in Chicago. The narrative recounts the chilling night through the perspective of the sole survivor, Corazon Amurao, who bravely identified Speck at trial. The book also explores Speck's eventual imprisonment, his confessions, and the lasting impact of this tragic event on American society.