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Exploring the darker side of Leicestershire's history, this almanac presents 366 chilling events, including mining disasters, freak weather, and tragic accidents like a wasp sting fatality and a parachutist's mishap. The book also recounts notable murders, such as the vicar's assisted suicide and the infamous "Green Bicycle Murder." Enhanced with 100 illustrations, it serves as both an entertaining and informative snapshot of the county's macabre moments, inviting readers to delve into its haunting past.
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A Grim Almanac of Leicestershire, Nicola Sly
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- Released
- 2013
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- Title
- A Grim Almanac of Leicestershire
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Nicola Sly
- Publisher
- History Press
- Released
- 2013
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 240
- ISBN13
- 9780752487441
- Category
- World history, True crime
- Description
- Exploring the darker side of Leicestershire's history, this almanac presents 366 chilling events, including mining disasters, freak weather, and tragic accidents like a wasp sting fatality and a parachutist's mishap. The book also recounts notable murders, such as the vicar's assisted suicide and the infamous "Green Bicycle Murder." Enhanced with 100 illustrations, it serves as both an entertaining and informative snapshot of the county's macabre moments, inviting readers to delve into its haunting past.