Death by Design: The Psychology of Victorian Murderers

Step back into the shadowy streets of 19th-century England, where civility met savagery and crime flourished under the gaslight. In Death by Design, Victor Grimsby peels back the polished veneer of Victorian society to expose the dark psychological roots of its most notorious killers.

Drawing on historical records, criminal psychology, and gripping case studies, this book explores:

• The societal pressures and moral paradoxes of the Victorian age

• Psychological theories used to understand deviance-then and now

• Motives behind the murders: money, status, repression, and madness

• Profiles of infamous murderers who shocked the public and shaped history

• The role of media, moral panic, and evolving law enforcement in defining crime

Perfect for true crime aficionados, psychology enthusiasts, and history lovers alike, this is not just a study of the Victorian killer-it's a reflection on how fear, class, and morality intersected in an era obsessed with both order and violence.