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Author: Wil McCarthy
Publisher: Macmillan
Published: 1998-11-15
Total Pages: 288
ISBN-13: 9780812553925
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis hard-science, page-turning suspense novel of one man's battle to save his life, career, and country in 21st-century America provides a Heinleinesque examination of how nanotechnology offers both the possibility of unparalleled freedom and the danger of inescapable totalitarianism.
Author: Brendan C. Lindsay
Publisher: U of Nebraska Press
Published: 2012-06-01
Total Pages: 456
ISBN-13: 080324021X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn the second half of the nineteenth century, the Euro-American citizenry of California carried out mass genocide against the Native population of their state, using the processes and mechanisms of democracy to secure land and resources for themselves and their private interests. The murder, rape, and enslavement of thousands of Native people were legitimized by notions of democracy—in this case mob rule—through a discreetly organized and brutally effective series of petitions, referenda, town hall meetings, and votes at every level of California government. Murder State is a comprehensive examination of these events and their early legacy. Preconceptions about Native Americans as shaped by the popular press and by immigrants’ experiences on the overland trail to California were used to further justify the elimination of Native people in the newcomers’ quest for land. The allegedly “violent nature” of Native people was often merely their reaction to the atrocities committed against them as they were driven from their ancestral lands and alienated from their traditional resources. In this narrative history employing numerous primary sources and the latest interdisciplinary scholarship on genocide, Brendan C. Lindsay examines the darker side of California history, one that is rarely studied in detail, and the motives of both Native Americans and Euro-Americans at the time. Murder State calls attention to the misuse of democracy to justify and commit genocide.
Author: Rosie Genova
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2013-10-01
Total Pages: 338
ISBN-13: 1101627093
DOWNLOAD EBOOKHit whodunit writer Victoria Rienzi is getting back to her roots by working at her family’s Italian restaurant. But now in between plating pasta and pouring vino, she’ll have to find the secret ingredient in a murder.... When Victoria takes a break from penning her popular mystery series and moves back to the Jersey shore, she imagines sun, sand, and scents of fresh basil and simmering marinara sauce at the family restaurant, the Casa Lido. But her nonna’s recipes aren’t the only things getting stirred up in this Italian kitchen. Their small town is up in arms over plans to film a new reality TV show, and when Victoria serves the show’s pushy producer his last meal, the Casa Lido staff finds itself embroiled in a murder investigation. Victoria wants to find the real killer, but there are as many suspects as tomatoes in her nonna’s garden. Now she’ll have to heat up her sleuthing skills quickly…before someone else gets a plateful of murder. First in a new series! RECIPES INCLUDED!
Author: Richard W. Carson
Publisher:
Published: 2009
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780922993772
DOWNLOAD EBOOKOne night in 1974, fifteen-year-old Robin Adams and her ¿foster sister¿ mischievously consulted a Ouija board. Robin asked the board how long she would live. The board told her she would die before her 17th birthday. About two years later, Robin disappeared from the Caro, Michigan, home where she worked as a live-in babysitter. Local police thought she had run away. Her friends knew better. Robin was having problems with her former boyfriend, who, two weeks earlier, had beaten her. However, with no eyewitnesses, no evidence of forced entry or struggle at the house and no body, the case went cold. In 1982, the case was reopened and assigned to a rookie detective. A ¿psychic¿ began assisting the detective. The psychic predicted that a ¿surprise witness¿ would come forward and identified another suspect who later failed a polygraph test.A break in the case came when the prime suspect¿s younger sister told a boyfriend that she helped commit the crime. She and her brother were charged with murder. The story might have ended after the trial, but it didn¿t. The sister¿s boyfriend suffered a series of injuries, which a medium blamed on black magic. Two trial witnesses died a year apart (same date) and several others connected to the case or members of their families were struck by tragedy. Was some unknown entity extracting vengeance for the shame brought on the killer¿s family? Murder in the Thumb is a powerful true story written by a seasoned journalist.
Author: Active 19th century C. G. Stewart
Publisher: Good Press
Published: 2023-10-26
Total Pages: 1061
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn 'Reports of Trials for Murder by Poisoning', editors C. G. Stewart and G. Lathom Browne present a meticulously curated collection that not only captures the grim fascination with criminal psychology but also threads a nuanced exploration of legal and scientific advancements of the 19th century. The anthology stands out for its diverse array of literary styles, ranging from verbatim courtroom transcripts to analytical commentaries, weaving a complex tapestry that reflects the zeitgeist of an era profoundly intrigued by the macabre. This collection showcases the intricate dance between morality, law, and the then-nascent field of forensic science, inviting readers into the darkened corridors of human nature and justice. The contributing authors, active voices of their century, bring forth a wealth of perspectives born from varied experiences, whereas Stewart and Browne, through their editorial insights, ensure a cohesive narrative flow that underscores the evolving nature of criminal investigation and jurisprudence. Through their collective efforts, this anthology aligns itself with significant historical and cultural movements, offering a lens through which the societal underpinnings and scientific adventurism of the 19th century can be examined. Against this backdrop, the text emerges as a critical convergence point for students of law, history, and literature, illuminating the multidisciplinary dialogue between these spheres. 'Reports of Trials for Murder by Poisoning' serves as a unique vessel, inviting readers to traverse the shadowed lines of ethics, legality, and forensic discovery. It stands as an imperative read for those intrigued by the intersection of human psyche, societal norms, and the relentless pursuit of truth within the complex judicial panorama of the 19th century. This anthology not only educates but also enthralls, making it a compelling addition to any scholarly or personal collection interested in the darker facets of human history and the evolution of legal systems.
Author: Kathleen Ernst
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
Published: 2010-10-08
Total Pages: 168
ISBN-13: 0738727377
DOWNLOAD EBOOKTrying to leave painful memories behind her, Chloe Ellefson is making a fresh start. She's the new collections curator at Old World Wisconsin, an outdoor ethnic museum showcasing 1870s settlement life. On her first day, Chloe meets with an elderly woman who begs her to find a priceless eighteenth-century Norwegian ale bowl that had been donated to the museum years ago. But before Chloe can find the heirloom and return it to her, the woman dies in a suspicious car crash. Digging up the history and whereabouts of the rare artifact quickly turns dangerous. Chloe discovers that someone is desperately trying to cover up all traces of the bowl's existence—by any means necessary. Assisting Chloe is police officer Roelke McKenna, whose own haunting past compels him to protect her. To catch the covetous killer, Chloe must solve a decades-old puzzle...before she becomes a part of history herself. Praise: "Clever plot twists and credible characters make this a far from humdrum cozy."—Publishers Weekly "This series debut by an author of children's mysteries rolls out nicely for readers who like a cozy with a dab of antique lore. Jeanne M. Dams fans will like the ethnic background."—Library Journal "Information on how to conduct historical research, background on Norwegian culture, and details about running an outdoor museum frame the engaging story of a woman devastated by a failed romantic relationship whose sleuthing helps her heal."—Booklist "Old World Murder is strongest in its charming local color and genuine love for Wisconsin's rolling hills, pastures, and woodlands...a delightful distraction for an evening or two."—New York Journal of Books "A wonderfully-woven tale that winds in and out of modern and historical Wisconsin with plenty of mysteries—both past and present. In curator Chloe Ellefson, Ernst has created a captivating character with humor, grit, and a tangled history of her own that needs unraveling. Enchanting!"—Sandi Ault, author of the WILD Mystery Series and recipient of the Mary Higgins Clark Award "Propulsive and superbly written, this first entry in a dynamite new series from accomplished author Kathleen Ernst seamlessly melds the 1980's and the 19th century. Character-driven, with mystery aplenty, Old World Murder is a sensational read. Think Sue Grafton meets Earlene Fowler, with a dash of Elizabeth Peters."—Julia Spencer-Fleming, Anthony and Agatha Award-winning author of I Shall Not Want and One Was A Soldier "Museum masterpiece."—Rosebud Book Reviews "A real find...5 stars."—Once Upon a Romance
Author: Alyssa Maxwell
Publisher: Kensington Books
Published: 2014-03-25
Total Pages: 284
ISBN-13: 0758290837
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFor fans of HBO’s The Gilded Age, explore the dark side of the alluring world of America’s 19th century elite in this gripping series of riveting mysteries… As the nineteenth century comes to a close, the illustrious Vanderbilt family dominates Newport, Rhode Island, high society. But when murder darkens a glittering affair at their summer home, reporter Emma Cross learns that sometimes the cream of the crop can curdle one’s blood . . . Newport, Rhode Island, August 1895: She may be a less well-heeled relation, but as second cousin to millionaire patriarch Cornelius Vanderbilt, twenty-one-year-old Emma Cross is on the guest list for a grand ball at the Breakers, the Vanderbilts’ summer home. She also has a job to do—report on the event for the society page of the Newport Observer. But Emma observes much more than glitz and gaiety when she witnesses a murder. The victim is Cornelius Vanderbilt’s financial secretary, who plunges off a balcony faster than falling stock prices. Emma’s black sheep brother Brady is found in Cornelius’s bedroom passed out next to a bottle of bourbon and stolen plans for a new railroad line. Brady has barely come to before the police have arrested him for the murder. But Emma is sure someone is trying to railroad her brother and resolves to find the real killer at any cost . . . “Sorry to see the conclusion of Downton Abbey? Well, here is a morsel to get you through a long afternoon. Brew some Earl Grey and settle down with a scone with this one.” —Washington Independent Review of Books
Author: Lorna Barrett
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2012-07-03
Total Pages: 297
ISBN-13: 1101586893
DOWNLOAD EBOOKTricia Miles—owner of Haven’t Got a Clue, the best mystery bookstore in Stoneham, New Hampshire—once again plays amateur sleuth as she is unexpectedly reunited with a man from a chapter of her life she closed long ago… The town of Stoneham is a haven for bookstores, but it is sadly lacking in bed-and-breakfasts. Fortunately Pippa and Jon Comfort’s Sheer Comfort Inn is about to open, and the couple has offered some locals a free night as a trial run. But it won’t be so easy to sleep after Tricia makes two startling discoveries: Pippa’s murdered body in the backyard, and the fact that Pippa’s husband, Jon, is actually Harry Tyler, a man Tricia loved—and believed dead—for nearly twenty years. Though Harry is the prime suspect, Tricia doesn’t believe him capable of murder, even though he’s led a life of lies. Especially when she discovers that Pippa had a few secrets of her own—some that may have been worth killing for. Includes recipes.
Author: Pamela Lillian Valemont
Publisher: Lulu.com
Published: 2018-08-31
Total Pages: 94
ISBN-13: 0244111286
DOWNLOAD EBOOKTrue crime story, set in 1963, in governmental circles, Canberra Australia. The Bogle Chandler murders garnered world attention. Brilliant Physicist Dr. Gilbert Bogle left a swingers New Year's Eve party with the wife of a colleague, Geoffrey Chandler. Early on New Year's Day the pair were found dead at Lane Cove, on the banks of a river. Forensics were unable to determine cause of death. This is a forensic numerological analysis in which I attempt to establish cause of death of Gilbert Bogle and Margaret Chandler, using my numerological expertise and research. The pair died at the height of the Cold War. Rumours abounded of Soviet spies, Communist Party agents, secrets sold, and an assassination hit on the brilliant scientist who it was said was about to release information the government wanted suppressed.
Author: Gary C. King
Publisher: Pinnacle Books
Published: 2010-04-19
Total Pages: 372
ISBN-13: 0786026758
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA critical care nurse marries his patient’s widow only to later poison her in this true crime story by the author of Stolen in the Night. A Woman with A Passion For Power . . . Kathy Marie Augustine was not out to make friends. In politics, she rose to the top by playing hardball—and pushing her way through the old boy’s network of the Nevada legislature, rising to the rank of State Controller. When she died, only a few people shed tears—including the man who killed her. A Killer with A Foolproof Plan . . . Chaz Higgs was a former body-builder turned intensive care nurse who saw wealthy, sexy Kathy Marie Augustine as his meal-ticket—until he couldn’t stomach her domineering personality any longer. When Chaz decided he’d had enough, he chose a poison that would leave no evidence behind. Murder Hidden in Plain Sight . . . The death of a nationally-known politician made headlines, but one slip of the tongue came to the attention of a determined Nevada detective. Now, true-crime master Gary C. King takes us into the extraordinary life and death of a famously ambitious woman politician, behind the scenes of the investigation that unearthed shocking secrets, and into the heart and mind of a man who nearly got away with the perfect crime . . . Includes Sixteen Pages of Revealing Photos
