The Servants' Revenge: Arsenic & a Poisoned Pint of Beer
After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds & the Paranormal
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Poison and Perception: Women in Historical Crime
This chapter examines the historical link between women and poisoning in murder cases, challenging misconceptions about the gender dynamics of this crime. It paints a vivid picture of the societal fears surrounding women's agency as it relates to poison, highlighting chilling narratives of betrayal and moral complexities. Furthermore, it discusses how such crimes prompted shifts in societal perceptions of domestic roles and the consequences for those who transgressed established social hierarchies.
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