The Italian Boy: Murder and Grave-Robbery in 1830s London

Sarah Wise's 'The Italian Boy' plunges into the grisly underworld of 1830s London, where bodysnatching and murder shocked the city. This true-crime history uncovers the lives of the poor and the notorious 'London Burkers' case, which spurred the end of grave-robbing for anatomy schools. A gripping, meticulously researched window into a dark chapter of British history.

Condition: Good - The dust jacket shows a noticeable tear near the top center and general shelf wear along the edges.