Susanna Cox: Her Crime And Its Expiation (1901)

Susanna Cox: Her Crime And Its Expiation (1901) is a non-fiction book written by Louis Richards that tells the story of Susanna Cox, a woman who was accused of murdering her employer's child in 1809 in Pennsylvania. The book provides a detailed account of the crime, the trial, and the aftermath, including Cox's eventual confession and execution. Richards also explores the social and cultural context of the time, including the role of women in society and the prevailing attitudes towards crime and punishment. The book is based on historical records and newspaper accounts, and provides a fascinating insight into a little-known episode in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.