The Most Remarkable Woman in England

Poison, Celebrity and the Trials of Beatrice Pace

Autori

• John Carter Wood

Parametri

• 288 pagine
• 11 ore di lettura

• Criminalistica
• Scienze politiche & Politica
• True crime

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The book delves into the sensational 1928 trial of Beatrice Pace, accused of murdering her husband with arsenic. It explores the trial's significance within the context of 1920s Britain, highlighting themes of justice, the rise of celebrity culture, and the implications for civil liberties. Through this analysis, it reveals the societal attitudes and legal challenges of the inter-war years, providing a captivating glimpse into a pivotal moment in English legal history.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2012

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