The Fall River Tragedy
A History of the Borden MurdersBy Edwin H. Porter
Length14h 4m
About this audiobook
In "The Fall River Tragedy," Edwin H. Porter meticulously chronicles the notorious 1892 axe murders of Andrew and Abby Borden in Fall River, Massachusetts, a case that shocked the nation and captivated the public imagination. Porter employs a journalistic style, weaving a gripping narrative that juxtaposes factual reporting with dramatic re-enactment, highlighting the social implications of class and gender dynamics in late 19th-century America. Through his detailed account, readers gain insight into the morbid fascination that overshadowed the grisly crime and its subsequent trial, making it a seminal work in true crime literature. Edwin H. Porter, an American journalist and author, gained firsthand experience covering the Borden trial, which undoubtedly shaped his perspective and narrative style. His keen interest in the intersection of societal issues and criminal events led him to explore the intricacies of the legal system and public perception during this tumultuous period. Porter's background in journalism and his commitment to truthfulness lend a profound authenticity to this disturbing tale, capturing both the horror of the incident and the zeitgeist of the era. This book is a must-read for those intrigued by true crime, history, or narratives that reflect societal complexities. Porter's work offers not only a chilling account of a perplexing murder case but also a profound examination of the cultural milieu that surrounded it. Prepare to be engrossed in a story that is both a poignant reflection of its time and an enduring mystery that continues to fascinate.
Audiobook details
GenreTrue Crime
Length14 hrs 4 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
19CHAPTER XVII. Fifth Day of the Trial.
2PREFACE.
20CHAPTER XVIII. Sixth Day of the Trial.
3CHAPTER I. Discovery of the Murders.
21CHAPTER XIX. District Attorney Knowlton’s Argument.
4CHAPTER II. Police Searching the Premises.
22CHAPTER XX. Lizzie A. Borden Indicted.
5CHAPTER III. The Borden Family.
23CHAPTER XXI. The Trickey-McHenry Affair.
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6CHAPTER IV. Hiram C. Harrington’s Story.
24CHAPTER XXII. Beginning of the Superior Court Trial.
7CHAPTER V. The Search of the House.
25CHAPTER XXIII. Third Day of the Trial.
8CHAPTER VI. The Funeral.
26CHAPTER XXIV. Fourth Day of the Trial.
9CHAPTER VII. A Reward Offered.
27CHAPTER XXV. Fifth Day of the Trial.
10CHAPTER VIII. A Sermon on the Murders.
28CHAPTER XXVI. Seventh Day of the Trial.
11CHAPTER IX. Theories Advanced.
29CHAPTER XXVII. Eighth and Ninth Days of the Trial.
12CHAPTER X.
30CHAPTER XXVIII. Tenth Day of the Trial.
13CHAPTER XI. Miss Lizzie Borden Arrested.
31CHAPTER XXIX. Eleventh Day of the Trial.
14CHAPTER XII. Lizzie Borden Pleads “Not Guilty.”
32CHAPTER XXX. Twelfth Day of the Trial. (pt. 1)
15CHAPTER XIII. The Preliminary Hearing Adjourned.
33CHAPTER XXX. Twelfth Day of the Trial. (pt. 2)
16CHAPTER XIV. Dr. Dolan Cross-Examined.
34CHAPTER XXXI. District Attorney Knowlton’s Plea.
17CHAPTER XV. Second Day of the Trial.
35CHAPTER XXXII. Judge Dewey’s Charge to the Jury.
18CHAPTER XVI. Third and Fourth Days of the Trial.
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