Description
Book Synopsis: 1956. Argentina has just lost its charismatic president Juán Perón in a military coup, and terror reigns across the land. June 1956: eighteen people are reported dead in a failed Peronist uprising. December 1956: sometime journalist, crime fiction writer, studiedly unpoliticized chess aficionado Rodolfo Walsh learns by chance that one of the executed civilians from a separate, secret execution in June, is alive. He hears that there may be more than one survivor and believes this unbelievable story on the spot. And right there, the monumental classic Operation Massacre is born.
Walsh made it his mission to find not only the survivors but widows, orphans, political refugees, fugitives, alleged informers, and anonymous heroes, in order to determine what happened that night, sending him on a journey that took over the rest of his life.
Originally published in 1957, Operation Massacre thoroughly and breathlessly recounts the night of the execution and its fallout.
Details
Experience the gripping and heart-stopping true story of Operation Massacre, a monumental classic that will transport you back to the politically charged Argentina of 1956. In the aftermath of a military coup, terror grips the nation, and secrets lurk in the shadows. Join renowned journalist and crime fiction writer, Rodolfo Walsh, as he embarks on a dangerous quest to uncover the truth behind the failed Peronist uprising in June 1956.
Uncover the incredible tale of Rodolfo Walsh's relentless pursuit to find survivors and bring justice to those affected by the secret executions. Walsh's mission takes him on an unforgettable journey, connecting with widows, orphans, political refugees, fugitives, alleged informers, and anonymous heroes. Through his unyielding determination, Walsh exposes the shocking events that took place that fateful night, forever changing the lives of countless individuals.
Dive into the pages of Operation Massacre and experience the raw emotion and suspense as Walsh unravels the truth. Originally published in 1957, this thoroughly researched and engrossing account captures the essence of the execution and its profound impact on the people of Argentina. Immerse yourself in the chilling atmosphere of the era, feeling the weight of fear and uncertainty that loomed over the nation.
Don't miss out on this captivating piece of history that chronicles the courage and resilience of those involved in Operation Massacre. Join us on this unforgettable journey by clicking here to secure your copy today and delve into a world of intrigue and suspense.
Discover More Best Sellers in Criminal Law
Shop Criminal Law
Becoming Abolitionists: Police, Protests, and the Pursuit of Freedom
$18.00
Criminal Law - Becoming Abolitionists: Police, Protests, and the Pursuit of Freedom
Conviction Machine: Standing Up to Federal Prosecutorial Abuse
$14.29
Criminal Law - Conviction Machine: Standing Up to Federal Prosecutorial Abuse
Forensic Science: Fundamentals & Investigations (Forensic Science, Fundamentals and Investigations)
$100.32
Criminal Law - Forensic Science: Fundamentals & Investigations (Forensic Science, Fundamentals and Investigations)
Making Jack Falcone: An Undercover FBI Agent Takes Down a Mafia Family
$20.95
Criminal Law - Making Jack Falcone: An Undercover FBI Agent Takes Down a Mafia Family
$14.99
Criminal Law - The Ghosts of Eden Park: The Bootleg King, the Women Who Pursued Him, and the Murder That Shocked Jazz-Age America
Death Investigation: A Guide for the Scene Investigator
$8.99
Criminal Law - Death Investigation: A Guide for the Scene Investigator
Duped: Why Innocent People Confess – and Why We Believe Their Confessions
$16.48
Criminal Law - Duped: Why Innocent People Confess – and Why We Believe Their Confessions
The Rescuer: One Firefighter’s Story of Courage, Darkness, and the Relentless Love That Saved Him
$12.99
Criminal Law - The Rescuer: One Firefighter’s Story of Courage, Darkness, and the Relentless Love That Saved Him
