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Jack the Ripper FAQ
All That's Left to Know About the Infamous Serial Killer
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JACK THE RIPPER FAQ:ALL THATS LEFT TO KNOW ABOUT THE INFAMOUS SERIAL KILLER
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Exactly who was Jack the Ripper, the infamous Victorian serial killer? Jack the Ripper FAQ explores this question in depth, providing a thorough overview not only of the world's most notorious serial killer but also of the cultural impact that remains as powerful more than 130 years on from his murderous spree.
Every murder attributed to him is discussed in depth, together with additional cases that may have been his work; the book also details the myriad different suspects that have been mentioned over the years.
Jack the Ripper FAQ investigates the world in which the Ripper operated, with chapters discussing the factors that made it possible for him to act with such apparent impunity. The text also covers the policemen who tried to capture him, the journalists who attempted to illustrate his motives, and the private investigators who raised theories that are still being discussed today.
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Jack the Ripper FAQ by Dave Thompson offers a comprehensive exploration of the infamous Whitechapel murders. The book is noted for its in-depth research and engaging presentation, which blends historical context with crime analysis. It’s been praised for shedding new light on this well-trodden subject, appealing to both newcomers and those familiar with the case.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781495063084
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 August 2017
Country: United States
Imprint: Applause Theatre Book Publishers
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 154.0mm
Height: 227.0mm
Weight: 544g
Pages: 336
About the Author
Dave Thompson is the author of over 150 books, including cowritten autobiographies with Motown songwriting legends Eddie and Brian Holland, rock photographer Bob Gruen, and New York punk heroes Sylvain Sylvain and Walter Lure, among others. He has also written biographies of James Taylor, Paul Simon, and the Pogues. He is the editor of Goldmine’s industry standard record price guides. He lives in Newark, Delaware.
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