Lancashire
Lancashire by Martin Baggoley, published by History Press Limited in May 2007, presents a collection of true crime stories from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. This first edition, comprising 96 pages, delves into a variety of murder and manslaughter cases across Lancashire, highlighting the diverse nature of the crimes and their locations. The book covers incidents such as mass murder in Salford, infanticide in Manchester, and robbery in Oldham, offering a detailed look at the darker aspects of the region’s history.
Readers will find a compelling account of the criminal activities that have shaped Lancashire, with perpetrators facing various fates, from public execution to imprisonment. The text is enhanced by contemporary illustrations that provide visual context to the narratives. This edition explores themes of history, social science, and criminology, making it a notable addition for those interested in true crime and the historical intricacies of the Red Rose county.
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True crime writer Martin Baggoley has selected a fascinating collection of tales of murder and manslaughter from across Lancashire spanning the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. The crimes are as diverse as the locations in which they were committed, and include mass murder and suicide in Salford, infanticide in Manchester, robbery and murder in Oldham, a vicious assault over a wager in Liverpool, rape and murder in Darwen and Bolton and a sweetheart shot to death in Southport.The perpetrators faced public execution outside the walls of Lancashire Castle or hanging within the walls of the gaols of Manchester and Liverpool; others faced imprisonment, and some were never caught.Contemporary illustrations complement the text to provide a shocking and compelling account of the Red Rose county’s dark side.
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