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Set against the backdrop of 1779, the narrative revolves around the shocking murder of Martha Ray, a beautiful mistress, by a clergyman who subsequently tried to end his own life. John Brewer, a prominent historian, delves into this intriguing case, exploring its implications and the blend of fiction and fact that surrounded it. He examines the societal fascination with crimes of passion and the scandal that ensued, challenging the notion that such sensational events are unworthy of serious historical inquiry.
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A Sentimental Murder, John Brewer
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- Rok vydania
- 2005
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- Titul
- A Sentimental Murder
- Jazyk
- anglicky
- Autori
- John Brewer
- Vydavateľ
- Farrar, Strauss & Giroux-3PL
- Rok vydania
- 2005
- Väzba
- mäkká
- Počet strán
- 356
- ISBN13
- 9780374529772
- Kategórie
- Svetová história
- Anotácia
- Set against the backdrop of 1779, the narrative revolves around the shocking murder of Martha Ray, a beautiful mistress, by a clergyman who subsequently tried to end his own life. John Brewer, a prominent historian, delves into this intriguing case, exploring its implications and the blend of fiction and fact that surrounded it. He examines the societal fascination with crimes of passion and the scandal that ensued, challenging the notion that such sensational events are unworthy of serious historical inquiry.