What elevates above sensationalism is its focus on how this case heightened concern over the malevolent influence of violent entertainment. This beautifully produced and impressively researched historical account of a. From the acclaimed biographer-the fascinating, little-known. Murder by the Book By: Claire Harman Narrated by: Andy Secombe Critic Reviews. “An assiduously researched and superbly written book that ends with Harman examining unanswered questions, and reminding us that truth can be stranger than fiction." - The Minneapolis Star Tribune A page-turner that can hold its own with any one of the many murder-minded podcasts out there. GenresNonfictionTrue CrimeHistor圜rimeMysteryVictorianBooks About Books. Harman is a tireless researcher and a droll stylist.” - The Wall Street Journal In Murder by the Book, Claire Harman blends a riveting true-crime whodunit with a fascinating account of the rise of the popular novel and the early battle for its soul among the most famous writers of the day. “ opening scene is the stuff that classic murder mysteries are made of. The genius of Claire Harmans biography is that it transcends these melancholy facts to reveal a woman for whom duty and piety gave way to quiet rebellion and.
And though Harman is never so crass as to draw comparisons with today’s concerns over the effects of drill music or chic TV assassins, the resonances ping from every page.” - London Evening Standard “A brilliant piece of literary detective work. A page-turner that can hold its own with any one of the many murder-minded podcasts out there.” - Jezebel A true-crime devotee’s delight.” - BookPage “An intriguing, entertaining and occasionally gruesome mashup of mystery, biography, history and literary intrigue.
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