A man named Amsterdam (DiCaprio) seeks to avenge the death of his father at the hands of Bill "The Butcher" Poole (Day-Lewis). Set in New York City during the period just before the Civil War, Amsterdam gets caught in the middle of the equally powerful and corrupt politician machines of Manhattan.
11 True Crime Books Offering a Unique Historical Perspective
Published by Ashly Moore Sheldon • October 11, 2022
We love books that educate while also entertaining us. Historical true crime offers a gripping story enriched with a bit of a history lesson. Read on for eleven true crime books shining a light on a particular moment in history.
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