Publisher's Synopsis
""The Dream of Eugene Aram: The Murderer"" is a novel written by Thomas Hood and originally published in 1831. The story follows the life of Eugene Aram, a schoolmaster and scholar who becomes embroiled in a murder case. Aram is accused of killing a man and burying his body in a nearby field. Despite his protests of innocence, Aram is found guilty and sentenced to death.The novel explores Aram's inner thoughts and feelings as he awaits his execution. He reflects on his past and the events that led up to the murder, as well as his hopes and dreams for the future. The book also delves into the psychology of a murderer, examining the motives and impulses that drive people to commit such heinous acts.Through Aram's story, Hood raises questions about justice, punishment, and the human condition. The novel is a gripping and thought-provoking read, offering a fascinating glimpse into the mind of a murderer and the complexities of the criminal justice system.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.
