Convicted: Landmark Cases in British Criminal History

By Gary Powell

Uncover landmark cases that shaped British criminal history and forensic science.

From regicide to railway murder, explore the gripping stories behind Britain's most infamous convictions. Gary Powell delves into cases that tested the limits of the legal system, showcasing the evolution of crime detection methods and the forensic sciences. Discover how mistakes and injustices paved the way for a fairer society.

Perfect for true crime enthusiasts and history buffs, this volume reveals:

The twisted details of poisonings, espionage, and public order violations.The impact of landmark cases on present-day policing and the justice system.The evolution of forensic techniques like fingerprinting, ballistics, and entomology.

Journey through a long, bumpy path riddled with mistakes and injustice, and witness the landmark convictions that have shaped Britain's reputation for fairness.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1445670526
• ISBN13: 9781445670522
• Release Date: April 2018
• Publisher: Amberley Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.1" x 9.1"