A Very British Murder
(Author) Lucy WorsleyThis is the story of a national obsession. Ever since the Ratcliffe Highway Murders caused a nation-wide panic in Regency England, the British have taken an almost ghoulish pleasure in 'a good murder'. This fascination helped create a whole new world of entertainment, inspiring novels, plays and films, puppet shows, paintings and true-crime journalism - as well as an army of fictional detectives who still enthrall us today. A Very British Murder is Lucy Worsley's captivating account of this curious national obsession. It is a tale of dark deeds and guilty pleasures, a riveting investigation into the British soul by one of our finest historians.
Lucy Worsley
Lucy Worsley is a British historian, author, and TV presenter known for her work on British history and royalty. She has written numerous books on historical topics, including "If Walls Could Talk" and "The Courtiers: Splendor and Intrigue in the Georgian Court." Worsley is known for her engaging and accessible writing style, making history come alive for readers. She has also presented several popular TV documentaries on historical subjects, further cementing her reputation as a leading figure in the field. Her most famous work is perhaps "Jane Austen at Home," which delves into the life of the beloved author. Worsley's contributions to literature have had a significant impact on the historical non-fiction genre, inspiring a new generation of readers to explore the past.
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