would be no skipping and dancing. No heathen. The exposition was a dream city, but it was Burnham's dream. Everywhere

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In "The Devil in the White City," Erik Larson captures the dichotomy between the celebrated Chicago World's Fair and the sinister activities of H.H. Holmes, a serial killer. The fair, envisioned by architect Daniel Burnham, represented a meticulously crafted vision of beauty and innovation, contrasting sharply with the dark realities lurking in the shadows of the city's excitement. The phrase about "no skipping and dancing" highlights the desire for strict order and civility amidst the chaos of urban life, reflecting the era's societal ideals. Holmes, with his malevolent ambitions, symbolizes the ugly underbelly of progress. While Burnham’s fair promised a bright future, it coexisted with the horrific acts committed by Holmes, emphasizing the tension between dreams and nightmares that characterized the period. Larson’s narrative intertwines these two stories to illustrate how the fair both elevated and concealed the darker aspects of the city, leaving a profound impact on America's history.

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