Escape of Jack the Ripper: The Full Truth About the Cover-up and His Flight from Justice

The Escape of Jack the Ripper reveals the identity of Jack the Ripper as Montague John Druitt and explores why he committed the murders, tracing his life from poverty to genteel society and the family's desperate efforts to cover up for him.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 288 pages
\n Publication date: 15 December 2021
\n Publisher: Amberley Publishing
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For nearly a century, the enigmatic identity of "Jack the Ripper" has captivated the public imagination. Yet, the more pertinent question remains: why were five impoverished and defenseless women brutally slain in the squalid streets of Whitechapel during the autumn of 1888?

Credible Victorian sources, including an esteemed Old Etonian police chief (Sir Melville Macnaghten), a renowned true crime writer (George R. Sims), a Conservative MP (Henry Farquharson), and, most damningly, members of the killers' own family, firmly established that "Jack the Ripper" was Montague John Druitt. Undeterred by earthly consequences, Druitt took his own life by drowning in the Thames.

In this captivating book, we delve into the motivations behind Druitt's heinous acts. Drawing from years of meticulous research, "The Escape of Jack the Ripper" traverses the depths of poverty and suffering in Whitechapel, evolving into the genteel society of London, the picturesque landscapes of Dorset, the hallowed halls of the Inner Temple, and the seclusion of private asylums in France and England. Here, we witness the desperate struggle of Druitt's respectable family, as they navigate the treacherous terrain of covering up for their deceased Montie, all while ensuring that no innocent person suffers the unjust punishment of being hanged for his crimes.

During the Edwardian era, Sir Melville and G. R. Sims played a pivotal role in dispelling misconceptions about "Jack the Ripper." They ensured that the public understood that the long-deceased Whitechapel fiend was not a destitute immigrant, but rather a product of the British establishment. The photographs included in this book offer a rare glimpse into the newly discovered last known image of Druitt, shedding light on the enigmatic figure who left a lasting impact on the annals of history.

\n Weight: 262g\n
Dimension: 130 x 196 x 25 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781398109629\n \n