The True Crime File: Serial Killers, Famous Kidnappings, Great Cons, Survivors & Their Stories, Forensics, Oddities & Absurdities, Quotes & Quizzes

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A passion for true crime meets gift book appeal, in a collection of lurid tales, survivor stories, notable quotes, and crime trivia to satisfy any true crime fan.

More than 200 stories of killers, con artists, master thieves, and brazen kidnappers and strong survivors, detectives, forensic breakthroughs, and legal minds on all sides of the action. In other words, a mini-encyclopaedia perfect for newcomers and hard-core crime fans alike.
Here are the big names Bundy, Manson, Berkowitz, Borden, and the Black Dahlia. The lingering mysteries like JonBenet Ramsey and Natalie Wood. The disturbing puzzle of the Zodiac Killer. The true story behind the most lurid headline ever: 'Headless Body in the Topless Bar.'Plus a feast of trivia and more, including the Psychopath test, how DNA profiling began, tattoo analysis, and quizzes like 'Where Did They Hide'and 'Serial Killer Trophies'.

Reviews

"The scope of Dalys coverage is commendable. A great entry point for those exploring true crime."Library Journal
"The scope of Dalys coverage is commendable. A great entry point for those exploring true crime."Library Journal

"For something light and lively and perfect for airport or car-ride, The True Crime File absolutely fits."The Bookworm Sez

Author Bio

Workman Publishing Company has been producing award-winning calendars, cookbooks, parenting guides, and children's titles, as well as gardening, humour, self-help, and business books, since 1968. From our What to Expect pregnancy and parenting series and Page-A-Day Calendars to the iconic 1,000 Places to See Before You Die and Brain Quest children's products, our wide range of high-quality non-fiction titles and products inspire, educate, and entertain readers around the globe.

Kim Dalywrites about pop culture, true crime, and mystery when not working as copy chief at Workman Publishing. She holds a master's degree in trauma studies and previously worked as a rape crisis counsellor. She lives across from the Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn, New York.