A Different Class of Murder
A Different Class of Murder by Laura Thompson, published by Head of Zeus on May 21, 2015, is a detailed exploration of a notorious crime that captivated Britain. This reprint edition spans 480 pages and is presented in English. The book recounts the events surrounding the murder of nanny Sandra Rivett and the attack on Veronica, Countess of Lucan, while examining the subsequent disappearance of Richard John Bingham, 7th Earl of Lucan, who was named as the perpetrator.
Readers will find a narrative that blends elements of true crime and social history, as Thompson draws on her forensic skills to delve into the complexities of the case. The book not only recounts the details of the murder but also paints a vivid portrait of the era and the individuals involved, transforming a historical event into a compelling story that reflects on the nature of crime and its lasting impact on society.
Official synopsis Publisher
On 7 November 1974, a nanny named Sandra Rivett was bludgeoned to death in a Belgravia basement. A second woman, Veronica, Countess of Lucan, was also attacked. The man named in court as perpetrator of these crimes, Richard John Bingham, 7th Earl of Lucan, disappeared in the early hours of the following morning. The case, solved in the eyes of the law, has retained its fascination ever since.
Laura Thompson, acclaimed biographer of Agatha Christie, narrates the story that led up to that cataclysmic event, and draws on her considerable forensic skills to re-examine the possible truths behind one of postwar Britain’s most notorious murders. A DIFFERENT CLASS OF MURDER is a portrait of an era, of an extraordinary cast of characters, of a mystery, of a modern myth. Part social history, part detective story, it tells in masterly style one of the great tales of our collective living memory.
Author
Publisher
Topics
FAQ
What is “A Different Class of Murder” about?
Who is the author of “A Different Class of Murder”?
When was “A Different Class of Murder” published?
What is the ISBN for “A Different Class of Murder”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
