This book presents an in-depth psychological analysis of the development of the serial killer personality that will fascinate all readers, from the experienced criminology student to the casual true-crime reader.
· Includes eight case studies of fascinating serial criminals, including recently convicted media stars Rodney Alcala and Anthony Sowell
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Serial murders continue to both plague and fascinate our society. In 2010, it was estimated by the FBI that nearly 500 victims had died at the hands of highway serial killers alone—a fraction of the ongoing violence.
Stephen J. Giannangelo is special agent supervisor for the Illinois Department of Revenue's Bureau of Criminal investigation.
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