DEATH ON THE WATERWAYS

Softcover. The author delves into the darkest criminal cases to occur or be associated with the canals and inland waterways of Britain, including many high-profile murders and assaults, also taking into account deaths and murders along Britain's rivers, pools and lakes, bridges and tunnels. Chapters include notorious baby farmers who used the waterways to dispose of unfortunate infants; the horrific murder of Christine Collins in 1839 - the inspiration for Inspector Morse's tale 'The Wench is Dead' and the nefarious deeds of Burke & Hare who both worked on the Union Canal. Some fascinating but grisly crimes. Illus., Film and TV Locations + Select Bibliog. 159pp. trade size soft cover. F. with no creasing to covers.