Join Gary Krist, author of "Trespassers at the Golden Gate," as he unravels the scandalous tale of Laura Fair, who shot her lover A.P. Crittenden amidst the chaos of Gilded Age San Francisco. Explore how the city's transformation during the Gold Rush intersected with issues of femininity and madness, spotlighting early courtroom dramas and societal perceptions of women. Krist shares riveting details from the trial that captivated the nation, illustrating the complexities of love, crime, and the relentless pursuit of reinvention.