What a brilliant and intricately detailed account of the crime of murder throughout history. A crime that holds an inexplicable fascination for so many, this book traces the very first definitions and highlights the lack of progress when it comes to statutory guidance for this most complex of crimes.
Examining cases that have guided the courts throughout the years, I was engrossed by these stories of tragedy and so often, injustice. From defences of necessity in Dudley and Stephens, to questions of provocation and diminished responsibility in battered women's trials, it was fascinating to read about the evolving approach and progress which now recognises the effect of long term abuse and coercive control.
So many other cases are detailed that have guided the judiciary, and have led to some shocking results
For anyone interested in legal matters, I highly recommend
Examining cases that have guided the courts throughout the years, I was engrossed by these stories of tragedy and so often, injustice. From defences of necessity in Dudley and Stephens, to questions of provocation and diminished responsibility in battered women's trials, it was fascinating to read about the evolving approach and progress which now recognises the effect of long term abuse and coercive control.
So many other cases are detailed that have guided the judiciary, and have led to some shocking results
For anyone interested in legal matters, I highly recommend