I, Pierre Riviére, having slaughtered my mother, my sister, and my brother: A Case of Parricide in the 19th Century
by Michel Foucault, Frank Jellinek
I, Pierre Riviére, having slaughtered my mother, my sister, and my brother examines a notorious 19th-century parricide case. Through Foucault's scholarly analysis and Jellinek's contributions, it explores the historical, psychological, and legal facets of this family tragedy, revealing much about the era's understanding of crime and madness.
About This Book
This book presents a detailed case study of parricide from the 19th century, focusing on the events surrounding Pierre Riviére's actions against his family.
Michel Foucault and Frank Jellinek provide an in-depth look at the historical context and implications of this true crime.
The narrative draws from primary sources to reconstruct the circumstances and aftermath of the incident.
It offers insights into 19th-century societal responses to such extreme acts of violence within the family.
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