Historic Crimes Of Long Island: Misdeeds From T... (2026)

: Unlike many true crime works, this collection is noted for its compassion and sensitivity toward the targets of these crimes.

is a true crime collection by award-winning author and historian Kerriann Flanagan Brosky , published in September 2017. The book explores the darker side of Long Island’s history through 20 detailed accounts of murder, kidnapping, and colonial hysteria. Key Cases Featured Historic Crimes of Long Island: Misdeeds from t...

Historic Crimes of Long Island: Misdeeds from the 1600s to the 1950s : Unlike many true crime works, this collection

: The mysterious disappearance of wealthy heiress Alice Parsons , a case that remains unsolved to this day. Key Cases Featured Historic Crimes of Long Island:

: The book is based on extensive historical research, utilizing a "you-are-there" prose style to bring long-forgotten cases back to life. Book Availability

: Reviewers from TBR News Media note that Brosky focuses on the motivations behind the crimes—ranging from money and passion to insanity—rather than glamorizing the offenders.