Publisher's Synopsis
The Lives of Helen Jewett and Richard P. Robinson is a non-fiction book written by George Wilkes and originally published in 1849. The book tells the story of two individuals, Helen Jewett and Richard P. Robinson, who were involved in a scandalous and tragic murder case that captured the attention of New York City in the early 19th century.Helen Jewett was a popular and well-known prostitute in New York City, who was brutally murdered in her bed by an unknown assailant in 1836. Richard P. Robinson was a young man who was accused of the murder and stood trial for the crime.The book provides a detailed account of the lives of both Jewett and Robinson, including their backgrounds, their involvement in the prostitution industry, and the events leading up to the murder. It also explores the trial and the subsequent public outcry that followed, as well as the various theories and speculations surrounding the case.Through its vivid storytelling and meticulous research, The Lives of Helen Jewett and Richard P. Robinson offers a fascinating glimpse into the seedy underbelly of New York City in the 19th century, as well as the complex social and legal issues that surrounded the case.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
