Serial Killers: The Method and Madness of Monsters by Peter Vronsky (English) Pa

Description: Serial Killers by Peter Vronsky A comprehensive history of serial homicide offers a psychological, investigative, and cultural analysis of serial murder, from its first recorded episode in ancient Rome through the recent arrest and conviction of the Green River Killer, looking at what makes a serial killer and offering advice on h FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A comprehensive examination into the frightening history of serial homicide, including information on Americas most prolific serial killers-now updated with information on serial killers in the twenty-first century.A comprehensive examination into the frightening true crime history of serial homicide-including information on Americas most prolific serial killers such as-Jeffrey Dahmer . Ted Bundy . "Co-ed Killer"Ed Kemper . The BTK Killer. "Highway Stalker"Henry Lee Lucas . Monte Ralph Rissell . "Shoe Fetish Slayer"Jerry Brudos . "Night Stalker"Richard Ramirez . "Unabomber" Ted Kaczynski . Ed Gein"The Butcher of Plainfield" . "Killer Clown"John Wayne Gacy . Andrew Cunanan . And more...In this unique book, Peter Vronsky documents the psychological, investigative, and cultural aspects of serial murder, beginning with its first recorded instance in Ancient Rome through fifteenth-century France on to such notorious contemporary cases as cannibal/necrophile Ed Kemper, the BTK killer, Henry Lee Lucas, Monte Ralph Rissell, Jerry Brudos, Richard Ramirez, "Unabomber" Ted Kaczynski, Ed Gein, John Wayne Gacy, Ted Bundy, Jeffrey Dahmer, and the emergence of what he classifies as the "serial rampage killer" such as Andrew Cunanan, who murdered fashion designer Gianni Versace.Vronsky not only offers sound theories on what makes a serial killer but also makes concrete suggestions on how to survive an encounter with one-from recognizing verbal warning signs to physical confrontational resistance. Exhaustively researched with transcripts of interviews with killers, and featuring up-to-date information on the apprehension and conviction of the Green River killer and the Beltway Snipers, Vronskys one-of-a-kind book covers every conceivable aspect of an endlessly riveting true crime phenomenon.INCLUDES PHOTOGRAPHS Author Biography Peter Vronsky isthe author of twobestselling true-crime histories-Serial Killers- The Method and Madness of MonstersandFemale Serial Killers- How and Why Women Become Monsters. He is an investigative historian, author, filmmaker and new media designer. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Toronto in criminal justice history and espionage in international relations. Review "This formidably comprehensive, brilliantly researched book must be the most wide-ranging work on serial killers that has been written so far. The fact that it sprang from the authors brief encounters with two serial killers lends it a sense of personal urgency."—Colin Wilson, author of Killers Among Us and Written in Blood. "Serial Killers: The Method and Madness of Monsters is one of the most complete books I have read on serial killers. If you are fascinated by the human mind and by those who are abnormal, this is the book for you."—Roundtable Reviews Promotional A comprehensive examination into the frightening history of serial homicide, including information on Americas most prolific serial killers-now updated with information on serial killers in the twenty-first century. Review Quote "This formidably comprehensive, brilliantly researched book must be the most wide-ranging work on serial killers that has been written so far. The fact that it sprang from the authors brief encounters with two serial killers lends it a sense of personal urgency."--Colin Wilson, author of Killers Among Us and Written in Blood . Promotional "Headline" A comprehensive examination into the frightening history of serial homicide, including information on Americas most prolific serial killers-now updated with information on serial killers in the twenty-first century. Description for Sales People A new, updated edition of the ultimate book on serial killers that has sold 130,000 copies since first published in 2004 True Crime is increasingly popular, as seen via a recent explosion of true crime documentaries, podcasts, and books. True Crime was the leading genre trend at the 2019 London Bookfair, with many major publishers signing true crime books. Author Peter Vronsky is widely considered an expert in this field. He has written many popular books on the topic. A serious yet accessible work written as a compelling narrative and updated with the BTK and Golden State Killer cases. Details ISBN0425196402 Author Peter Vronsky Short Title SERIAL KILLERS Language English ISBN-10 0425196402 ISBN-13 9780425196403 Media Book Format Paperback Illustrations Yes Year 2004 Imprint Berkley Publishing Corporation,U.S. Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Residence US Subtitle The Method and Madness of Monsters DOI 10.1604/9780425196403 UK Release Date 2004-10-05 US Release Date 2004-10-05 Audience Age 0-18 Publisher Penguin Putnam Inc Publication Date 2004-10-05 DEWEY 364.15230922 Audience General NZ Release Date 2005-06-22 AU Release Date 2005-06-22 Pages 480 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:137584446;

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