We all know the ditty "Lizzie Borden took an ax....." but few people know the actual facts! 40 Whacks: The Lizzie Borden Case is a one hour in depth retelling of the famous double homicide. Extensive research utilizing archival materials, period newspapers and period photographs has been done to create an entertaining, fascinating and informative presentation about America's favorite murder mystery.

Christopher Daley is a historian and published author. He has been presenting talks on historical topics all over New England for nearly 30 years. He was a history teacher in the Silver Lake Regional School District in Kingston, Mass for 25 years. Christopher has been involved in several historical organizations both public and private, including the Pembroke Historical Commission and Historical Society as well as the John Alden Historical Site in Duxbury.