Paperback. This book presents the political construction and manipulation of the serial killer panic, and the workings of the FBI. Credited with superhuman intellect and abilities, the serial sex killer emerged in the 1980's as a dominant figure in American popular culture. In a decade marked by conservative politics and fundamental protestantism, the serial killer was accused of attacking the traditional values underpinning society and was used to manipulate public fear for political gain. Using government reports, trial transcripts and correspondence, "Better to Reign in Hell" examines the people and events that led to and perpetuate this panic, notably President Ronald Reagan, the New Right, the FBI and the media. As well as detailing high profile cases such as Son of Sam and Ted Bundy, the book features interviews with law enforcement officers and convicted serial killers. Presents the political construction and manipulation of the serial killer panic, and the workings of the FBI. Using government reports, trial transcripts and correspondence, this book examines the people and events that led to and perpetuate this panic, notably President Ronald Reagan, the New Right, the FBI and the media. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

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Title: Better To Reign In Hell (Paperback)
Publisher: Headpress, Manchester
Publication Date: 2006
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1900486539
ISBN 13: 9781900486538
Binding: Paperback
Condition: new

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Credited with superhuman intellect and abilities, the serial sex killer emerged in the 1980s as a dominant figure in American popular culture. In a decade marked by conservative politics and fundamental Protestantism, the serial killer was accused of attacking the traditional values underpinning American society and was used to manipulate public fear for political gain.

Using government reports, trial transcripts, and correspondence, Better to Reign in Hell examines the people and events that led to and perpetuate this panic, notably President Ronald Reagan, the New Right, the FBI, and the media.

As well as detailing high-profile cases such as those of Son of Sam and Ted Bundy, the book features interviews with law enforcement officers and convicted serial killers.

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Stephen Milligen is a Lecturer in American Studies at the University of Ulster

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