Download or read book Swansea Murders written by Geoff Brookes and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2013-06-03 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Swansea has a dangerous past. As a seaport, the town confronted the unknown on a daily basis. In this book, we explore the dark underbelly of South Wales; from the dirty, lawless docks to the narrow, festering slums of the alleyways. Little Martha Nash, Claire Phillips, Peter Moitch... all met their sad end within these streets. Even where the town meets the countryside is no safer. It is this idyllic landscape that was home to Muriel Drinkwater and Eleanor Williams, both of whom were tragically killed. Swansea is alive with the memories of its crimes; from unfortunate sailors to jealous husbands and vengeful employees, Geoff Brookes' well researched and compelling book presents a selection of some of the most famous crimes. Each case is analysed and the key facts outlined; some were closed. Many remain unresolved, and their stories linger still. You will never look at Swansea the same way again.
Download or read book Bloody Welsh History Swansea written by Geoff Brookes and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2012-01-31 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Swansea has long been a busy industrial port and has always had an edgy history. Explore the hidden stories from its long and dangerous past, with tales of rebellion, shipwreck and murder. From Romans to the Red Lady, Viking raids to English attacks, deadly diseases, slums, cholera and Nazi bombs, you'll never see the city in the same way again. Why were all those men trapped in the hold when the Caesar hit the rocks at Pwlldu? What happened when Hitler came to Swansea? Find out who you can turn to for help when you have just dismembered a body and want to put it in your van. All this and more awaits you within.
Download or read book The Clydach Murders written by John Morris and published by . This book was released on 2019-02-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Twenty years ago the lives of the Power family were taken: a mother, two daughters and their grandmother. But was an innocent man wrongfully convicted of this horrific crime? In this new edition of The Clydach Murders, author and solicitor John Morris reveals new information, making a forensic and compelling case ahead of Dai Morris' latest appeal.
Download or read book Unsolved Murders of the UK written by Phil Drake and published by Pen and Sword True Crime. This book was released on 2024-04-30 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unsolved Murders of the UK: Cold cases from 1951 to Present Day delves into the mysterious and haunting cases of individuals who were brutally taken from this world, yet their killers were never brought to justice. From mysterious disappearances to seemingly motiveless killings, as well as other cases that continue to perplex law enforcement, this book takes a closer look at the victims, the crimes and the police investigations, as well as the theories surrounding each case. With a focus on the cold cases that have remained unsolved for decades, this book offers a comprehensive examination of the most intriguing and disturbing murders in the UKs recent history. Join us as we explore the twisted minds of the killers and the relentless pursuit of justice for the victims and their families. This book will captivate true crime enthusiasts and armchair detectives alike.
Download or read book Swansea in 100 Dates written by Geoff Brookes and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2015-03-02 with total page 213 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Experience 100 key dates that shaped Swansea's history, highlighted its people's genius (or silliness) and embraced the unexpected. Featuring an amazing mix of social, criminal and sporting events, this book reveals a past that will fascinate, delight and even shock both residents and visitors of the city.
Download or read book The Barcode Murders written by Scott Wittenburg and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2014-02-20 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Private investigator Alan Swansea is back in action as he tracks down a cold-blooded serial killer who has suddenly resurfaced from obscurity. It's been a year since eight-year-old Chloe McPherson was abducted from the school playground and later found dead in the bottom of a ravine. Despite the efforts of the Columbus police to find her murderer, the case goes cold. Now it's up to Swansea to piece together the mystery surrounding Chloe's death and determine if a recent murder is somehow connected. Above all else, he wants to find out what kind of monster murders an innocent child for what appears to be no apparent reason.
Download or read book The Embassy Murders written by Mark Ellis and published by Accent Press Ltd. This book was released on 2018-01-05 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vividly atmospheric and brimming with suspense, Mark Ellis presents this insanely captivating wartime thriller of classic espionage. The first instalment in the Frank Merlin series. Previously published as Prince's Gate. PRAISE FOR THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED DCI FRANK MERLIN SERIES: 'A historically astute, skilfully developed crime drama.' - Kirkus Reviews 'A richly atmospheric, authentic, and suspenseful detective series' - Joseph Finder, New York Times bestselling author 'So immaculately nuanced they genuinely feel like they belong in the cannon of mid-20th century thrillers . . . Another belter!' - Fiona Phillips 'A truly spellbinding page turner that keeps you hooked right to the end' - Dorset Book Detective 'Brimming with action . . . complex, addictive and highly entertaining . . . I cannot wait to read more books by Mark Ellis' - The Book Cosy Book Club 'Brimming with authentic details . . . A compelling tale of crime fiction' - Foreword Reviews 'A mammoth read with a Dickensian plethora of characters that I thoroughly enjoyed immersing myself in . . . meticulously researched . . . deliciously complex' - CARAMEROLLOVESBOOKS ___________ When a brilliant emigré scientist is killed by a hit-and-run driver and the body of an American embassy is washed up in the Thames, DCI Frank Merlin and his team are called to investigate. Merlin's investigations soon ruffle feathers at the Foreign Office - the American ambassador, Joseph Kennedy, is a well-known supporter of appeasement, and has gained many powerful and influential friends in the pursuit of a negotiated peace settlement with Hitler. The death of yet another embassy employee leads Merlin deep into the seedier quarters of wartime London, until his investigations are hampered by interfering superiors fearful of disrupting international relations. As Merlin is drawn into a web of secrets, what will the truth cost him - and Britain?
Download or read book Notorious Murders of the Twentieth Century written by Stephen Wade and published by Pen and Sword. This book was released on 2011-12-01 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The word 'murder' has always attracted widespread local and national media coverage. Once known, the story becomes the subject of discussion in a variety of places throughout the land. Some grisly tales become part of a culture that lives on for generations, whilst others, even by some of the worst serial killers, are soon forgotten. In this book experienced crime historian Stephen Wade has gathered together a collection of murders covering the entire twentieth century. Although famous in their own day, most are now forgotten by the general public, apart from the best true crime enthusiasts. The first conviction for fingerprint evidence, the last hanging in England and murderous husbands and wives are included; but there are also mysteries, unsolved killings and peculiar confessions. Meet the man who poisoned his rival's scones, a wrongful arrest and the acquittal of a good wife who shot her man dead. There are even tales from the Isle of Man, whose legislators continued to issue death penalties in the 1990s.
Download or read book Mass Murders written by Sam Baltrusis and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2020-05-01 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Does a murder psychically imprint itself on a blood-stained crime scene? Sam Baltrusis revisits the haunts associated with the most horrific homicides in Massachusetts, including the Lady of the Dunes mystery in Provincetown to the Lizzie Borden case in Fall River. Using a paranormal lens, Baltrusis delves into the ghastly tales of murder and madness to uncover the truth behind some of the Bay State's most bone-chilling crimes.
Download or read book The Annual Register Or A View of the History and Politics of the Year written by and published by . This book was released on 1859 with total page 862 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Continuation of the reference work that originated with Robert Dodsley, written and published each year, which records and analyzes the year’s major events, developments and trends in Great Britain and throughout the world. After 1815 the usual form became a number of chapters on Great Britain, paying particular attention to the proceedings of Parliament, followed by chapters covering other countries in turn, no longer limited to Europe. The expansion of the History came at the expense of the sketches, reviews and other essays so that the nineteenth-century publication ceased to have the miscellaneous character of its eighteenth-century forebear, although poems continued to be included until 1862, and a small number of official papers and other important texts continue to be reproduced.
Download or read book Annual Register written by Edmund Burke and published by . This book was released on 1859 with total page 864 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Annual Register Or A View of the History Politics and Literature for the Year written by and published by . This book was released on 1859 with total page 864 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Annual Register written by and published by . This book was released on 1859 with total page 854 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Haydn s Dictionary of Dates and Universal Information Relating to All Ages and Nations written by Joseph Haydn and published by . This book was released on 1892 with total page 1156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Little Book of Murder written by Neil R Storey and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2013-09-01 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Little Book of Murder is a chilling compendium of intriguing, obscure and strange facts and trivia about murders and murderers from around the world. From infamous cases and serial killers, to unusual murder weapons and crime scene investigations, this book is sure to make you sit up and say, 'I never knew that!' A reference book and a quirky guide, this volume can be dipped in to time and time again to reveal something new about the murderers, the victims, the people who write about crime, and the advances in scientific detection. A remarkably engaging little book, this is essential reading for true crime and crime fiction fans alike.
Download or read book Haydn s Dictionary of Dates and Universal Information written by Joseph Haydn and published by . This book was released on 1887 with total page 1242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Execution Culture in Nineteenth Century Britain written by Patrick Low and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2020-11-29 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This edited collection offers multi-disciplinary reflections and analysis on a variety of themes centred on nineteenth century executions in the UK, many specifically related to the fundamental change in capital punishment culture as the execution moved from the public arena to behind the prison wall. By examining a period of dramatic change in punishment practice, this collection of essays provides a fresh historical perspective on nineteenth century execution culture, with a focus on Scotland, Wales and the regions of England. From Public Spectacle to Hidden Ritual has two parts. Part 1 addresses the criminal body and the witnessing of executions in the nineteenth century, including studies of the execution crowd and executioners’ memoirs, as well as reflections on the experience of narratives around capital punishment in museums in the present day. Part 2 explores the treatment of the execution experience in the print media, from the nineteenth and into the twentieth century. The collection draws together contributions from the fields of Heritage and Museum Studies, History, Law, Legal History and Literary Studies, to shed new light on execution culture in nineteenth century Britain. This volume will be of interest to students and academics in the fields of criminology, heritage and museum studies, history, law, legal history, medical humanities and socio-legal studies.
