{"title":"Rachel McCarthy James","description":"\u003cp\u003eRachel McCarthy James is a distinguished author and researcher known for her insightful contributions to the realms of true crime and historical analysis. Her work primarily explores intricate historical mysteries, blending meticulous research with compelling narrative to engage readers and scholars alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her most acclaimed works, \u003cem\u003eThe Man from the Train\u003c\/em\u003e, co-authored with her father, Bill James, delves into a chilling and largely forgotten series of murders in early 20th century America. Rachel’s expertise in unraveling historical facts and piecing together long-lost evidence shines throughout the book, making it a significant resource for both true crime enthusiasts and those interested in American history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBelonging to the \u003cem\u003eEducation \u0026amp; Reference\u003c\/em\u003e category, Rachel McCarthy James's work is not only an engrossing read but also an educational tool, offering readers a deeper understanding of investigative techniques and historical contexts. Her writing not only informs but also captivates, making her books a valuable addition to your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-man-from-the-train-by-rachel-mccarthy-james-9781476796253","title":"The Man from the Train","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn Edgar Award finalist for Best Fact Crime, this “impressive…open-eyed investigative inquiry wrapped within a cultural history of rural America” (\u003ci\u003eThe Wall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e) shows legendary statistician and baseball writer Bill James applying his analytical acumen to crack an unsolved century-old mystery surrounding one of the deadliest serial killers in American history.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBetween 1898 and 1912, families across the country were bludgeoned in their sleep with the blunt side of an axe. Jewellery and valuables were left in plain sight, bodies were piled together, faces covered with cloth. Some of these cases, like the infamous Villisca, Iowa, murders, received national attention. But few people believed the crimes were related. And fewer still would realise that all of these families lived within walking distance to a train station.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen celebrated baseball statistician and true crime expert Bill James first learned about these horrors, he began to investigate others that might fit the same pattern. Applying the same know-how he brings to his legendary baseball analysis, he empirically determined which crimes were committed by the same person. Then, after sifting through thousands of local newspapers, court transcripts, and public records, he and his daughter Rachel made an astonishing discovery: they learned the true identity of this monstrous criminal. In turn, they uncovered one of the deadliest serial killers in America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRiveting and immersive, with writing as sharp as the cold side of an axe, \u003ci\u003eThe Man from the Train\u003c\/i\u003e paints a vivid, psychologically perceptive portrait of America at the dawn of the twentieth century, when crime was regarded as a local problem, and opportunistic private detectives exploited a dysfunctional judicial system. James shows how these cultural factors enabled such an unspeakable series of crimes to occur, and his groundbreaking approach to true crime will convince sceptics, amaze aficionados, and change the way we view criminal history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46533255201004,"sku":"9781476796253","price":54.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/22014263482713.jpg?v=1749380615"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/rachel-mccarthy-james.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}