The Murders That Shocked Georgian London
After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds & the Paranormal
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The Sensational Case of a Female Murderess in 18th Century England
This chapter examines the infamous case of Sarah Malcolm, a female murderer who captured the public's fascination in 18th century England. It discusses the societal norms for women of the time, the media's sensationalism of violence, and the socio-political context of her Irish Catholic immigrant background.
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