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Murder, Magic, Madness

- The Victorian Trials of Dove and the Wizard

About Murder, Magic, Madness

In 1856, William Dove poisoned his wife, was tried and executed. Believing a fortune teller's prediction that he would remarry a more attractive and richer woman, he made a pact with the devil, hired men to perform magic, and then murdered his wife. This book is a study on nineteenth century magic, murder and madness.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780582894136
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 264
  • Published:
  • November 1, 2005
  • Dimensions:
  • 163x241x14 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 402 g.
Delivery: 1-2 weeks
Expected delivery: October 18, 2024

Description of Murder, Magic, Madness

In 1856, William Dove poisoned his wife, was tried and executed. Believing a fortune teller's prediction that he would remarry a more attractive and richer woman, he made a pact with the devil, hired men to perform magic, and then murdered his wife. This book is a study on nineteenth century magic, murder and madness.

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