|
|
|
|
|
|
Epiphany of the Whitechapel Murders
written by Karen Trenouth
Studio : AuthorHouse
by AuthorHouse
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Released : 2006-06-09
Availability : Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Number of Items : 1
EAN : 9781425934163
Avg. Customer Rating: (based on 4 reviews)
List Price : $21.49
Our Price : $19.34
|
|
| |
|
Product Description |
|
Epiphany Of The Whitechapel Murders was written after an extensive investigation of the murders committed by "Jack the Ripper." This mainly non-fiction book, which also includes a fictional account of the victims' last night on Earth, also contains evidence which was not discovered until 2005. This solitary piece of evidence is the basis that forms the central plot surrounding this series of murders. "Jack the Ripper" was not one person; but a quintet of influential Aristocrats and an eminent Surgeon, who were committing these murders for ritualistic purposes. After six of these grisly murders, the murderers suddenly cease their activities after the death of Mary Jane Kelly. What is the reason for the cessation of murders? Could it be because Mary Jane Kelly had apprised Scotland Yard of these Aristocrats' involvement in a gay brothel, which catered to influential clientele? Or could it be something far more sinister, including Satanism and pedophilia?CHAR(13) + CHAR(10) CHAR(13) + CHAR(10) CHAR(13) + CHAR(10) CHAR(13) + CHAR(10) CHAR(13) + CHAR(10) |
| |
|
| |
|
Sorry, I can't praise this book. |
From what I hear, this book can't be praised. It is as ridiculous to accuse Prince Eddy of the Whitechapel murders as it is to pretend they must have been done by some lone wanderer. It's an ambitious fantasy.
I don't speak for anyone else, but I am heart-weary of being shreiked at until I 'admit Karen Trenouth has solved the case'.
This book was put together far too soon. Okay, she has been sabotaged. That's wrong. But if she'd done a good job, her saboteurs wouldn't have had such a field day.
Sorry Karen. |
| |
|
Dear Boss, Don't buy this if you want to know who I am. Ha ha. |
After reading "Epiphany of the Whitechapel Murders" I was shocked to see that one reviewer had rated it so high. While Jack the Ripper is not my primary area of research, I have read a good amount of historically significant publications regarding the Whitechapel Murders and the Thames Torso Murders. Trenouth's information in this book conflicts with some of the most widely accepted and factual historical findings in the research community. For example, Trenouth claims that there is a Baphomet idol in the 2nd picture of the fifth victim Mary Jane Kelly, however if you look at the picture, you can clearly see what Trenouth is referring to is actually a pile of flesh.
Trenouth claims this book was a result of her own research. I found this quite disturbing as several of Trenouth's passages were direct copy n' pastes from numerous respected authors and researchers on the JtR casebook site. What Trenouth did manage to write was a muddled distortion of imaginary facts that failed produce her promised result. Trenouth's book is very troublesome in that regard. It's scary to see that one can write anything one wants and pass it off as fact. Even more disturbing is that Trenouth proudly touts that she has solved the case, but none of the thoughts presented in this book prove who JtR was. I am not suggesting the plot of Trenouth's book is imaginary, but even the land of make believe has standards.
To be fair, I guess I'm not the target audience for this book. It's really more the result poorly written self-published work of un-organized imaginary thoughts. (The kind of book you might read while wearing a tin foil hat.) But it troubles me that the bulk of the information is wrong, yet touted at stone cold fact. It is definitely a quick read, but that's only if you don't try to re-read the the parts that simply don't add up. I guess it would look good on your shelf, if you know nothing about the Whitechapel Murders. As long as no one else has studied JtR, you could probably convince them that you too, are a self-proclaimed ripper expert who has "solved" the case.
Bottom line, I am kicking myself for having paid "used price" for Trenouth's book. If you can get one for .01 and you interested by the mixed reviews, why not give it a try?...but don't get your hopes up. I personally won't be buying anymore of Trenouth's books.
(((Notice how the positive review below is *NOT* an Harvardbooksellers "Real Name" user))) |
| |
|
This is the best book on Jack the Ripper |
|
I have read many books on the topic of Jack The Ripper and this one is, by far, the best. The basic premise is that Jack the Ripper is a team of influential Aristocrats led by a prominent surgeon are committing the murders in Whitechapel. The best part of this book is the evidence that the author has found through her extensive research. She does a great job of proving that Police Officials and Doctors involved in the case lied to cover up for very important persons involved. The greatest discovery can be found in Chapter 10 and you will be astounded at the photographic evidence contained therein. I don't understand what Robert Hinton from the UK is talking about, however, maybe he has not read the same book as I have. Some people can be vindictive when they have not wrote a book. Trust me, you will want to read this book. 5 stars guaranteed! |
| |
|
A book best forgotten! |
The best thing about this book is that it is hilarious; the worst is that I don't think it was meant to be!
A work of fiction, the author uses a well-tested device of mixing actual events with imaginary ones. Unfortunately whereas masters of this genre such as Bernard Cornwell and George McDonald Fraser manage to use this ploy successfully Ms Trenouth fails miserably.
The paper-thin plot revolves around a mysterious cabal who meet in secret, smoke filled rooms plotting the murder of a prostitute named Mary. The method chosen is to just start killing prostitutes and hope they get lucky! Since records show that the prostitute population of the East End at this time (1888) was about 80,000, you have to admire their determination if not their intelligence!
Characters are just picked up and dumped in front of the readers with no other justification for being there other than they happen to be available. In a vain attempt to inject some interest into this abysmal nonsense, Ms Trenouth enlists the help of the usual suspects. Knights Templar, Freemasons and Devil worshippers are all thrown into the mix, Dan Brown you have a lot to answer for. Even Queen Victoria is given a walk on part which seems to consist solely of muttering `We are not amused' and handing out free pardons to anyone who requires one.
All in all a badly written, poorly presented mishmash of facts (which seem to have been cut and pasted from the internet), and weak and unconvincing invention.
The only possible reason for having this book is if you have a wobbly table that needs propping up!
|
| |
|
|
|
