The Encyclopedia of Serial Killers by Michael Newton
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- ISBN: 0816061963
- Publisher: Facts on File, Incorporated
- Pub. Date: March 2006
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Synopsis
From Jack the Ripper to the FBI's Violent Criminal Apprehension Program (VICAP), The Encyclopedia of Serial Killers gives readers an exhaustive overview of what is undoubtedly the most macabre and fascinating branch of crime and modern criminology. The book details individual cases of serial murder, law enforcement agents and their techniques, the factors that contribute to the development of a serial killer, and how society chooses to deal with and punish these vicious criminals. In-depth coverage is provided on the realities of serial murder versus popular myths depicted in film and television, key figures on both sides of the law, pivotal cases and events, and criminal activities that have shaped law enforcement responses.
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This revision of the 1999 resource of the same title (released in paperback in 2000) builds on the first edition by adding new entries and black-and-white photos as well as updating the original content. Copyright 2006 Reed Business Information.
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Michael Newton is a professional writer who has published 146 books since 1977. He has written primarily about crime, with a specialization in serial murder. His past works include Hunting Humans: An Encyclopedia of Modern Serial Killers and the textbook Serial Slaughter: What's Behind America's Murder Epidemic. He resides in Nashville, Indiana.
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Loaded with errors, and inaccuracy.by Anonymous
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08/23/2008: I purchased this book with high hopes, only to have them dashed with several details that are blatantly wrong. Through all of my own research, there are several books that have better facts in them than this book. I would not recommend this book for anything other than something to use to level the couch.
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10/12/2007: this book was fantastic!! it has great information. i own this book and i wasnt able to put it down! i just hope they make a smaller version of this book because its to big to carry it around.
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