{"title":"Sara Lodge","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by Sara Lodge, a distinguished author renowned for her insightful explorations into history. Her writings bring to life the intriguing complexities of the past, making them accessible and engaging for modern readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSara Lodge's noteworthy titles, such as \u003cem\u003eThe Mysterious Case of the Victorian Female Detective\u003c\/em\u003e, offer an enthralling dive into the world of 19th-century sleuths. These narratives unravel the roles and challenges faced by female detectives of the Victorian era, a subject that continues to captivate history enthusiasts and casual readers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur selection under the categories of History \u0026amp; Military presents a rich tapestry of Lodge's work, which combines meticulous research with compelling storytelling. Perfect for those who appreciate historical depth and the evolution of detecting methods, these books provide both educational insights and leisurely enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Sara Lodge's collection to discover gripping tales that bridge the gap between past and present, shedding light on the formidable figures of Victorian detective work.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-mysterious-case-of-the-victorian-female-detective-by-sara-lodge-9780300286601","title":"The Mysterious Case of the Victorian Female Detective","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eA revelatory history of the women who brought Victorian criminals to account—and how they became a cultural sensation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom Wilkie Collins to the adventures of Sherlock Holmes, the traditional image of the Victorian detective is male. Few people realise that women detectives successfully investigated Victorian Britain, working both with the police and for private agencies, which they sometimes managed themselves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSara Lodge recovers these forgotten women’s lives. She also reveals the sensational role played by the fantasy female detective in Victorian melodrama and popular fiction, enthralling a public who relished the spectacle of a cross-dressing, fist-swinging heroine who got the better of love rats, burglars, and murderers alike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHow did the morally ambiguous work of real women detectives, sometimes paid to betray their fellow women, compare with the exploits of their fictional counterparts, who always save the day? 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