Two Hanged Women
Henry Handel Richardson’s Two Hanged Women is a novel set in the Australian outback in the late 19th century. It tells the story of two women, Mary and Sarah, who are convicted of murder and sentenced to death by hanging. The novel follows the two women as they await their fate in prison, and explores the psychological effects of their impending execution. It also examines the social and political issues of the time, such as the death penalty, the treatment of women in the justice system, and the power of the press. The novel is told from the perspective of Mary, and her thoughts and feelings as she awaits her execution. Through her story, Richardson paints a vivid picture of the harshness of life in the outback, and the struggles of the two women to come to terms with their fate. The novel is a powerful exploration of the human condition, and the strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity. It is a moving and thought-provoking story that will stay with readers long after they have finished the book.
By Henry Handel Richardson · First published 1929 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Mystery, Drama