The Netherby Burglary of 1885 and the events that followed.
John Little
- Region:
- North West
- Notice Period:
- Emergency (maybe less than one week's notice)
- Type:
- Historical author
- Fee:
- Expensed: £0.45 per mile
- Category:
- History
- Updated:
- 5th February 2024
- Tagged:
- Crime | Murder | Police | Punishment
One of the most notorious series of crimes that ever took place in Cumberland occurred in 1885. The Netherby burglary was followed by bloody assaults and ultimately a nasty murder. My novel, "A Very Satisfactory Manner" explores the events and characters taking part in the catalogue of crime which unfolded during that year, and how it ended.
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Dr John Little holds an MA in twentieth century History and a PhD in the manpower and politics of the First World War. He writes well-researched historical novels set in North and North West Cumbria, as well as some non fiction about the same area. Underpinning his work is always a solid body of local history evidence, found in documents and newspapers. He has written fourteen books so, all of which are available on Amazon and Kindle. He gives a large number of talks on his books, on local history and any areas where he has knowledge in depth. He prefers to give his talks in Cumbria or Dumfriesshire. He has a lot of experience in speaking to Rotary clubs, U3A, Probus, The Women's Institute, and community groups. There is no charge for his talks, though he does ask for petrol money, and a table at which to sell books for those who might want them.
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