The Burning of Bridget Cleary: A True Story
Angela Bourke explores the true story of Bridget Cleary and the events surrounding her burning. Combining historical inquiry with a focused account of a notorious case, this compelling work of nonfiction examines a disturbing episode involving belief, violence, and the enduring questions raised by a real and tragic story.
About This Book
Angela Bourke recounts the true story of Bridget Cleary, the subject of a notorious historical case.
The book examines the circumstances surrounding her burning and places the event within the broader context of its time.
With a focus on a real person and documented events, this work presents a searching account of a case that has continued to attract attention.
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