She Stands Accused (eBook, PDF) - MacClure, Victor
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Being a Series of Accounts of the Lives and Deeds of Notorious Women, Murderesses, Cheats, Cozeners, on whom Justice was Executed, and of others who, Accused of Crimes, were Acquitted at least in Law; Drawn from Authenticated Sources In this deliciously histrionic book, Victor MacClure explores with glee a rogues' gallery "deeply shocking" women who were "less than kind and good, something so antagonistic to the smug conception of Eve as the 'minist'ring angel, thou.'" He regales us with the once infamous and now forgotten crimes of Lady Warriston, who in 1600 violently killed her aristocrat…mehr

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Being a Series of Accounts of the Lives and Deeds of Notorious Women, Murderesses, Cheats, Cozeners, on whom Justice was Executed, and of others who, Accused of Crimes, were Acquitted at least in Law; Drawn from Authenticated Sources In this deliciously histrionic book, Victor MacClure explores with glee a rogues' gallery "deeply shocking" women who were "less than kind and good, something so antagonistic to the smug conception of Eve as the 'minist'ring angel, thou.'" He regales us with the once infamous and now forgotten crimes of Lady Warriston, who in 1600 violently killed her aristocrat husband; the Countess of Somerset, who unleashed a scandal of adultery, witchcraft, strip poker, and murder at the court of King James the Sixth of Scotland and First of England; and others. True crime with an historical twist, this is a wonderfully wicked read. Scottish author VICTOR MACCLURE (1887-1963) also wrote Death on the Set, The Clue of the Dead Goldfish, and The Ark of the Covenant.
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Victor MacClure was a British author and journalist, best known for his works that focused on crime, history, and the legal system. His writing often combined elements of true crime with historical analysis, providing readers with a unique perspective on famous criminal cases. MacClure's work was particularly noteworthy for its focus on the criminal justice system in Britain, especially during the 19th and early 20th centuries. One of his most notable works, She Stands Accused, highlighted his deep interest in legal history, focusing on women who were accused of crimes and brought to trial. Through meticulous research and a gripping narrative style, MacClure brought to life the stories of these women and their experiences within a legal system that was often biased and sensationalized. MacClure's writing style was marked by its attention to detail and its ability to engage readers with both facts and drama. His approach to storytelling made complex legal histories accessible to a broad audience, blending historical facts with literary flair. His work has been appreciated for its insight into both the criminal mind and the workings of justice, securing his place as a respected figure in the realm of crime writing.