Penning Poison

A history of anonymous letters

(Autor) Dr Emily Cockayne
Formato: Paperback
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This book is about anonymity, emotion, and detection. Gathering surviving anonymous letters penned in England between 1760-1939 together, it identifies possible authors and explores the impact they had on individuals and communities, charting how developments in postal services, detection, and the media influenced writers and their targets.

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Editorial:
Oxford University Press
Formato:
Paperback
Número de páginas:
None
Idioma:
en
ISBN:
9780198795063
Año de publicación:
2025
Fecha publicación:
25 de Septiembre de 2025

Dr Emily Cockayne

Dr. Emily Cockayne is a renowned historian and author best known for her groundbreaking work "Cheek by Jowl: A History of Neighbours." Her writing style is engaging and informative, shedding light on the social history of everyday life. Cockayne's contributions to literature have enriched our understanding of community dynamics and urban living.

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