Worcester’s history can be traced back to a Roman settlement beside the River Severn, later occupied by the Anglo-Saxons. Murder and other serious crimes have been committed in the city since its very beginnings, although the types and methods of these crimes have varied over the years, ranging from highway robbery to poisoning. Punishment of these crimes was very different in past centuries, too; even in the last 200 years police procedures and legal sentences have changed markedly. The reporting of crime has evolved, too, particularly with rapid growth and overcrowding during the Industrial Revolution. Through delving into archives, parish registers and censuses, author Vanessa Morgan is able to tell the story of the real people involved in often shocking local criminal events. This collection of true-life crime stories gives a vivid insight into life in Worcester in the past. Worcester Murders and Misdemeanours will fascinate anyone with an interest in the history of crime, as well as those who want to know more about the history of this remarkable city.
A look at the dark side of life in Worcester through the centuries. This book will fascinate anyone with an interest in the history of crime.
