A Prescription for Murder: The Victorian Serial Killings of Dr. Thomas Neill Cre

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE A Prescription for Murder by Angus McLaren Between 1877 and 1892, Dr Thomas Neill Cream murdered seven women, all prostitutes or patients seeking abortions, in England and North America. Using press reports and police dossiers, this work presents an account of the killings, providing an insight into Victorian sexual tensions and fears. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description From 1877 to 1892, Dr. Thomas Neill Cream murdered seven women, all prostitutes or patients seeking abortions, in England and North America. A Prescription for Murder begins with Angus McLarens vividly detailed story of the killings. Using press reports and police dossiers, McLaren investigates the links between crime and respectability to reveal a remarkable range of Victorian sexual tensions and fears. McLaren explores how the roles of murderer and victim were created, and how similar tensions might contribute to the onslaught of serial killing in todays society. Author Biography Angus McLarenis a leading figure in the history of sexuality, professor emeritus of history at the University of Victoria, British Columbia, and the author of several books, includingThe Trials of Masculinity: Policing of Sexual Boundaries, 1870-1930;A Prescription for Murder; andImpotence: A Cultural History. Table of Contents Acknowledgments Dramatis Personae Introduction Pt. 1: The Crimes 1: The Time and Place 2: The Murders 3: The Police 4: The Suspect 5: The Trial Pt. 2: The Context 6: Prostitution 7: Abortion 8: Blackmail 9: Doctors 10: Detectives 11: Degenerates 12: Women Conclusion Afterword Notes Select Bibliography Index Details ISBN0226560686 Author Angus McLaren Pages 234 Language English ISBN-10 0226560686 ISBN-13 9780226560687 Media Book Format Paperback Year 1995 Imprint University of Chicago Press Place of Publication Chicago, IL Country of Publication United States Illustrations 5 halftones, 1 map, 8 line drawings Short Title PRESCRIPTION FOR MURDER Affiliation University of Victoria, Canada University of Victoria University of Vi Edition New edition DOI 10.1604/9780226560687 UK Release Date 1995-06-01 AU Release Date 1995-06-01 NZ Release Date 1995-06-01 US Release Date 1995-06-01 Publisher The University of Chicago Press Publication Date 1995-06-01 DEWEY 364.1523092 Audience Undergraduate Series The Chicago Series on Sexuality, History, and Society Subtitle The Victorian Serial Killings of Dr. Thomas Neill Cream We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:161783715;

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