Publisher's Synopsis
The Case and Memoirs of James Hackman is an autobiographical work written by James Hackman, a British clergyman who gained notoriety for the murder of Martha Ray, a well-known actress and mistress of the Earl of Sandwich, in 1779. The book details Hackman's life, including his upbringing, education, and career as a clergyman, as well as his romantic relationship with Martha Ray and the events leading up to her murder. Hackman also provides a detailed account of the murder itself, describing his motivations and actions in committing the crime. The book was published shortly after Hackman's execution and offers a unique insight into the mind of a notorious criminal in 18th-century England.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.
