The Bellamy trial: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Bellamy trial is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Hart, Frances Noyes (1890–1943).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Bellamy Trial" by Frances Noyes Hart is a novel written in the late 1920s. The narrative centers on a high-profile murder trial, specifically the case against Susan Ives and Stephen Bellamy for the murder of Madeleine Bellamy. Through the lens of the courtroom drama, the story delves into themes of jealousy, betrayal, and societal scrutiny. At the start of the book, the scene is set in a bustling courtroom where a red-headed girl, a novice reporter for the Philadelphia "Planet", is excitedly taking in the atmosphere and preparing to cover the sensational trial. She encounters a seasoned reporter who shares his cynical insights about the nature of the press and the trials, hinting at the darker elements of human nature surrounding the case. As the trial begins, the prosecution outlines the grim details of the murder, creating a vivid picture of the events that led to the tragic death of Madeleine Bellamy. This exposition immediately establishes the tension and intrigue that will unfold in the courtroom throughout the proceedings.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Bellamy trial
- Author credits: Hart, Frances Noyes (1890–1943)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adultery -- Fiction
- Detective and mystery stories
- Legal stories
- Long Island (N.Y.) -- Fiction
- Murder -- Investigation -- Fiction
- Spouses -- Crimes against -- Fiction
- Trials (Murder) -- New York (State) -- New York -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- Category: Novels
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