Murder by the Book: The Crime That Shocked Dickens's London
Murder by the Book: The Crime That Shocked Dickens's London
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019272
Book • Nonfiction
London • 1840s
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Murder by the Book: The Crime That Shocked Dickens's London, Claire Harman explores the real-life murder of Lord William Russell in 1840. This crime, which impacted Charles Dickens and his contemporaries, examines the intersection of literature and crime in Victorian London, highlighting societal influences on both criminal behavior and literary reactions.
Mysterious
Informative
Dark
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
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Claire Harman's Murder by the Book: The Crime That Shocked Dickens's London offers a well-researched dive into a Victorian-era murder case. Readers praise its engaging narrative style and historical insight. However, some find the pacing uneven and desire more depth in character exploration. Overall, it's a compelling mix of true crime and literary history.
Who Should Read Murder by the Book: The Crime That Shocked Dickens's London?
Readers fascinated by historical crime and Victorian-era London will enjoy Murder by the Book: The Crime That Shocked Dickens's London by Claire Harman. Fans of The Suspicions of Mr. Whicher and The Devil in the White City will find the blend of true crime and literary history compelling.
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Book • Nonfiction
London • 1840s
2019
Adult
18+ years
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