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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the captivating and tragic story of Madeleine Smith, a young woman accused of poisoning her lover, Pierre Emile Lââ â¢Angelier, in 1857. The case, which gripped Scotland, exposed a passionate love affair turned sour, with Miss Smith entangled in a web of deceit and her letters revealing a desperate desire to break free from the relationship. The book meticulously reconstructs the events leading up to Lââ â¢Angelierââ â¢s death, detailing his mysterious illness, the discovery of arsenic in his system, and the subsequent investigation. The author provides a detailed account of the trial, capturing the atmosphere of intrigue and public fascination that surrounded the case. The reader is drawn into the courtroom, experiencing the dramatic testimonies of witnesses, the legal arguments presented by both sides, and the anxious anticipation of the verdict. The trial itself is a window into the social anxieties of the Victorian era, where class distinctions and the weight of societal expectations could have devastating consequences. Beyond the legal and forensic aspects, the book explores the complex themes of love, betrayal, and the power of societal pressures. It is a compelling narrative that probes the dark undercurrents of human nature, leaving the reader to grapple with the ambiguity surrounding Madeleine Smithââ â¢s guilt and the enduring mystery of her loverââ â¢s untimely demise. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330778784_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330778784