The A To Z Encyclopedia of Serial Killers
Schechter, Harold/ Everitt, David
ISBN 10: 1416521747 ISBN 13: 9781416521747
Published by Pocket Books, 2006
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The news of shocking crimes and the books and movies they inspire have made serial killers a topic of both tabloid attention and serious study. Renowned true-crime expert Harold Schechter and co-author David Everitt uncover the methods behind the madness of this macabre yet compelling subject. Packed with hundreds of entries spanning the entire spectrum of serial murder, this vivid and comprehensive resource examines these horrific crimes - and their notorious killers - from every angle. From well-publicized facts to little-known details, these entries cover every dark chapter of serial murder and offer an unprecedented look at this gruesome phenomenon that continues to exert a firm grip on the nation's imagination.
About the Author: Harold Schechter is Professor at Queen's College, The City University of New York. Renowned for his true-crime writing, he is the author of five non-fiction books: BESTIAL, DEVIANT, DERANGED, DEPRAVED and THE A TO Z ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SERIAL KILLERS.
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Title: The A To Z Encyclopedia of Serial Killers
Publisher: Pocket Books
Publication Date: 2006
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Brand New