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The kidnapping and murder of Charles Lindbergh's infant son, and the subsequent trial and execution of Bruno Richard Hauptmann, have been a source of fascination for more than 70 years. Now, for the first time, William Norris delves into sources of information ignored by previous investigators and comes up with the identity of the true culprit. Lindbergh is exposed as having obstructed the investigation and lied on oath in order to secure the conviction of Hauptmann. His motive: to avoid the public scandal which would break if Dwight Jr, his brother in law and scion of one of America's most wealthy and prestigious families, were to come under investigation. Dwight Jr. hated Lindbergh for marrying his sister Anne and usurping his position in the Morrow family. The birth of the Lindbergh's son was a further blow. He was schizophrenic, heard "voices", and had been confined t
Quick facts about A Talent to Deceive
- Title: A Talent to Deceive
- Author: William Norris
- First published: 2006
- Genre: nonfiction, true crime, crime
- OpenLibrary ID: OL4980239W
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What is A Talent to Deceive about?
The kidnapping and murder of Charles Lindbergh's infant son, and the subsequent trial and execution of Bruno Richard Hauptmann, have been a source of fascination for more than 70 years.
Who wrote A Talent to Deceive?
A Talent to Deceive was written by William Norris.
When was A Talent to Deceive published?
A Talent to Deceive was first published in 2006.
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