Join our true crime book club as we investigate "The Five" by Hallie Rubenhold. You will explore their untold stories and the social context of Victorian London.
This story brings to light the lives of Polly, Annie, Elizabeth, Catherine, and Mary Jane, whose stories have been overshadowed by their infamous killer. Rubenhold's research and storytelling reveal their struggles, dreams, and humanity.
Choose your format: Read, Listen, or Watch this true crime story and join us as we engage in thought-provoking discussions to better understand this pivotal moment in true crime history. Are you ready to experience a fresh perspective on these women's lives and the circumstances that led to their tragic deaths?
Wednesday March 5, 2025, at 2 pm Online via WebEx with Dr. Brad Biglow
Author Hallie Rubenhold conducted extensive research for her book, *The Five*, which explores the murders committed by Jack the Ripper in Victorian London. We are excited to announce that Dr. Brad Biglow will discuss the social conditions of that era. Professor Biglow is an Anthropology professor at FSCJ, specializing in applied anthropology, Indigenous peoples, and archaeology. He is passionate about cultural preservation, living history, and historical archaeology. As a Sherlockian and published author of a Victorian Sherlock Holmes drama, Dr. Biglow is active in multiple Sherlock Holmes / Doylean societies focusing on the Victorian era.
Join us on Wednesday, March 5th, at 2 pm to learn more about the policing investigation methods in Victorian London, as well as the issues faced by the working classes and women during that time, which ultimately affected the five women murdered by Jack the Ripper.
We look forward to your thoughts from reading, listening, or watching: The Five: the untold lives of the women killed by Jack the Ripper