Isbn: 9780259799283 - the poison fiend!: life, crimes, and conviction of lydia sherman, (the modern lucretia borgia,) recently tried in the new haven, conn., for poisoning ... and eight of her children (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

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PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the chilling case of Lydia Sherman, a seemingly ordinary woman accused of eleven murders through arsenic poisoning in the late 19th century. The author meticulously reconstructs the events surrounding the deaths of her husbands, children, and others, drawing upon court transcripts, witness testimonies, and medical reports. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a society grappling with the emergence of forensic science and the evolving understanding of criminal psychology. As the investigation deepens, the reader is confronted with questions about the nature of evil, the motives behind such heinous acts, and the limitations of justice in a time before modern detection methods. The book explores themes of deception, greed, and the dark side of human nature. It raises thought-provoking questions about the societal factors that may contribute to such crimes and the challenges of discerning truth from manipulation. Ultimately, the book offers a glimpse into a sensational case that captivated the nation and continues to raise questions about the complexities of human behavior and the enduring mystery of Lydia Sherman's motives. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …