556 pages • first pub 2011 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781250024879
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Thomas Dunne Books
Publication date: Not specified
Description
In this fascinating exploration of murder in nineteenth century England, Judith Flanders examines some of the most gripping cases that captivated the Victorians and gave rise to the first detective fictionMurder in the nineteenth century was rare....
Community Reviews Summary of 442 reviews
Moods
dark 82%
challenging 28%
mysterious 25%
reflective 25%
sad 8%
adventurous 5%
funny 5%
emotional 2%
relaxing 2%
tense 2%
Pace
medium 25%
Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Child abuse, Child death, DeathModerate
Sexual violence, Antisemitism, AddictionMinor
Animal death, Miscarriage, Physical abuse
556 pages • first pub 2011 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781250024879
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Thomas Dunne Books
Publication date: Not specified
Description
In this fascinating exploration of murder in nineteenth century England, Judith Flanders examines some of the most gripping cases that captivated the Victorians and gave rise to the first detective fictionMurder in the nineteenth century was rare....
Community Reviews Summary of 442 reviews
Moods
dark 82%
challenging 28%
mysterious 25%
reflective 25%
sad 8%
adventurous 5%
funny 5%
emotional 2%
relaxing 2%
tense 2%
Pace
medium 25%
Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Child abuse, Child death, DeathModerate
Sexual violence, Antisemitism, AddictionMinor
Animal death, Miscarriage, Physical abuse