Famous Kentucky Tragedies And Trials

Famous Kentucky Tragedies And Trials is a book written by Lewis Franklin Johnson, originally published in 1916. The book is a collection of important and interesting tragedies and criminal trials that have taken place in the state of Kentucky. The book covers a wide range of events, from the notorious Hatfield-McCoy feud to the assassination of Governor William Goebel. It also includes lesser-known cases such as the murder of Pearl Bryan and the trial of Jereboam O. Beauchamp, who killed Kentucky legislator Solomon P. Sharp.Each chapter of the book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the tragedy or trial, as well as the legal proceedings that followed. Johnson's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book a compelling read for anyone interested in true crime or Kentucky history.Overall, Famous Kentucky Tragedies And Trials is a fascinating glimpse into the darker side of Kentucky's past, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the state's history and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.