Serial Killers: Shocking True Stories of the World's Most Barbaric Murderers
By (Author) Jamie King
Octopus Publishing Group
Summersdale Publishers
14th May 2024
8th February 2024
United Kingdom
General
Non Fiction
Crime and criminology
Criminal or forensic psychology
364.152320922
Paperback
304
Width 129mm, Height 198mm
A gripping compendium of some of the world's most infamous and shocking mass murderers, such as John Wayne Gacy, the Boston Strangler, the Moors murderers and Harold Shipman, as well as some lesser-known figures
Who was the Zodiac KillerWhat drove Jeffrey Dahmer to dismember his 17 victimsHow many women really fell prey to Ted BundyMaybe it's because our animal instincts draw us to dangerous situations; maybe it's because reading about predators allows us to learn about their behaviours in a safe setting. Whatever the reason, serial killers and their crimes have fascinated us for centuries.This true crime compendium not only relates the disturbing events that transpired but also delves into the psychology of the perpetrators. The stories within are shocking and often difficult to comprehend, but with this deep dive into the world of the macabre, readers may gain a greater understanding of the motivations and thought processes of these murderers. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the psychology of crime and the human mind.Jamie King has been fascinated by famous mysteries ever since discovering the Abbey Road album cover as a child. He works as a freelance writer and editor, and lives in Wimbledon.