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Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil

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Published in 1994, 'Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil' is a unique blend of travelogue, true crime, autobiography, and Southern gothic.

The book centers around the murder of Danny Hansford by Jim Williams, a respected antiques dealer, and the subsequent trials.

Berendt weaves together stories of Savannah's eccentric residents, including Williams, the Lady Chablis, and Minerva, a spiritualist and root doctor.

The narrative is enriched by Berendt's personal experiences and interactions with the city's inhabitants, providing a vivid portrait of Savannah's culture and history.

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Mentioned in 2 episodes

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Devindra Hardawar
as the setting for his Savannah vacation.
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Chris Ryan
in relation to the TV show Severance.
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David Goodwin
references the book as another book set in Savannah that had crazy characters.
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