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The Mignonette Tragedy
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Description
In 1884, the yacht Mignonette sank in the remote Atlantic, leaving its captain and crew adrift in a tiny lifeboat with no food, no water, and no hope of rescue. As starvation and delirium set in, the men faced an unthinkable choice. What followed-the killing and cannibalism of seventeen-year-old Richard Parker-shocked Victorian England and set the stage for Regina v. Dudley and Stephens, the landmark case that would determine whether necessity can ever justify the taking of an innocent life.
Rich in historical detail and moral complexity, The Mignonette Tragedy explores the harrowing days at sea, the divided emotions of the survivors, and the courtroom drama that reshaped modern criminal law. It is a story of survival, sacrifice, guilt, and the fragile boundary between civilization and desperation.
Perfect for readers of true crime, maritime history, and gripping nonfiction, this book forces us to confront the moral question that still haunts us today.
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Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
88
Release Date:
2025-11-27
Publication Date:
2025-11-27
Publisher:
J.S Publishing
Languages:
Original:
English
ISBN13:
9798232269135
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
Weight:
142 g
Height:
152 cm
Width:
229 cm
Thickness:
5 cm
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