Madeleine Smith on trial : a Glasgow murder and the young woman too respectable to convict /
Jenkins, Brian(Brian A.),author.
"In 1855, Glasgow socialite Madeleine Smith began a flirtation with Pierre L'Angelier-for her a mere diversion. But L'Angelier sought social mobility. Their class disparity gave her control of the intrigue but when the relationship turned sexual, the power imbalance shifted. L'Angelier considered Smith his wife, a part she at first discreetly played. When he refused to step aside and allow her a more socially acceptable marriage, his removal became necessary. Smith's sensational murder trial captivated both Britain and America.-Provided by publisher"-- ǂc Provided by publisher.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 221-225) and index.
A Scottish romance -- A murder investigation -- Madeleine Smith goes to trial -- The prosecution -- The letters and the memorandum book -- The defense rests -- Not proven -- The verdicts on trial.
"In 1855, Glasgow socialite Madeleine Smith began a flirtation with Pierre L'Angelier-for her a mere diversion. But L'Angelier sought social mobility. Their class disparity gave her control of the intrigue but when the relationship turned sexual, the power imbalance shifted. L'Angelier considered Smith his wife, a part she at first discreetly played. When he refused to step aside and allow her a more socially acceptable marriage, his removal became necessary. Smith's sensational murder trial captivated both Britain and America.-Provided by publisher"-- ǂc Provided by publisher.
Smith, Madeleine, 1835-1928
L'Angelier, Emile, -1857
Trials (Murder)
Trials (Poisoning)