
This definitive literary account delves into America’s most fabled prison escape, meticulously researched, revised, and presented with captivating narrative detail.
London, United Kingdom Oct 18, 2025 – The night of June 11, 1962, saw three prisoners – Frank Morris and the Anglin brothers – execute a daring, highly orchestrated escape from the U.S. Penitentiary on Alcatraz Island, an event that captivated the globe. Their remains were never recovered, leaving their ultimate destiny a mystery.
Now, author Carlos Cabezas López re-examines this iconic breakout with a fresh perspective and a narrative as compelling as the event itself. This revised and expanded second edition, brought to you by Eager Dragon Publishing, presents the most comprehensive account to date of the notorious escape, marrying meticulous, forensic-grade research with an engaging literary approach.
More than just a straightforward recount, the book delves into the wider implications of the escape – ranging from Cold War anxieties and media hype to the psychological impact of incarceration and defiance. Cabezas López scrutinizes the day-to-day existence within the prison, the intricate planning of the escape, and the lore that has accumulated over time. Across nine intricately detailed chapters and a poignant epilogue, readers are prompted to ponder not just the events of that night, but their enduring significance decades later.
“This volume extends beyond merely detailing their escape; it explores why this narrative has captivated us for so long, persistently reappearing in literature, cinema, and our collective imagination,” states author Carlos Cabezas López. “The escape transcends its immediate facts – it’s a profound reflection of our anxieties, our intrigue with dominance, and our inherent yearning for liberty.”
Additionally, the book examines Alcatraz itself as a distinct entity – its physical attributes, symbolic meaning, and evolution from a formidable stronghold to an enduring legend. One entire chapter is devoted to Alcatraz’s portrayal in literature and film, while another tackles the perpetual query: Was it truly a prison break… or an immaculate vanishing act?
For anyone captivated by history, true crime, or the extraordinary resourcefulness of individuals under duress, The Escape from Alcatraz: Definitive Edition provides a compelling, insightful, and exhaustively researched examination of one of the 20th century’s most persistent enigmas.


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