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The Serial Killer Files

The Serial Killer Files

The Who, What, Where, How, and Why of the World's Most Terrifying Murderers
HistoryPsychology
Pages
432
Published
2003
Language
English

Synopsis

Dive into the chilling world of real-life serial killers with this comprehensive dossier. Explore the psychology, methods, and motivations behind some of history's most infamous murderers, from well-known figures to lesser-known but equally terrifying cases. This book offers an in-depth look at the phenomenon of multiple murderers, covering everything from their backgrounds to the cultural impact they've had.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

DarkGrittyInformativeIntellectual
Morally Grey

Genres

History Psychology Sociology True Crime

About the author

H
Harold Schechter

Harold Schechter is a professor of American literature and culture. Renowed for his true-crime writing, he is the author of the nonfiction books Fatal, Fiend, Bestial, Deviant, Deranged, Depraved, and, with David Everitt, The A to Z Encyclopedia of Serial Killers. He is also the author of Nevermore and The Hum Bug, the acclaimed historical novels featuring Edgar Ellen Poe. He lives in New York State and is the father of YA novelist, Lauren Oliver. — Mostly from Depraved