Murder by Mail

This is a new book. Condition: Brand New.

The explosive history of weaponised mail over hundreds of years.

This book unfolds the gripping history of weaponised mail, offering the first-ever comprehensive exploration of this sinister phenomenon. Spanning two centuries, Murder by Mail unveils the history of postal bombs, describing the evolution of both explosives and the postal services that facilitated their deadly use. From an eighteenth-century incident involving Jonathan Swift to modern acts of terror by groups like the IRA, Suffragettes, and lone actors such as the Unabomber, it uncovers the surprising ubiquity of mail bombs.

This chronological account meticulously covers each decade, from early anarchists and world wars through the Cold War to the rise of the serial bomber. Astounding in scope, this book sheds light on the psychopathy, motivations, and political implications behind murder by mail.

Book details and technical specifications

Format: Hardback
ISBN13: 9781789149401
Published: August 2024

Number of pages: 240
Width: 138 mm
Height: 216 mm
Depth: not specified

Publisher: Reaktion Books