A Killer By Design

Name: A Killer By Design
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Murderers, Mindhunters, and My Quest to Decipher the Criminal Mind

By Steven Matthew Constantine and Ann Wolbert Burgess

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A Killer By Design delves into the intricate world of criminal profiling, exploring how professionals craft psychological portraits of offenders. The authors guide readers through real-life cases, reflecting on the development of this investigative method. It's a blend of true crime and psychological insights, providing a compelling look at the intersection of detective work and psychology.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by criminal psychology and the inner workings of solving crimes. It offers a gripping exploration of the experiences and insights of a pioneering forensic nurse, showing how behavioural profiling aids in catching some of the most notorious killers. This book will appeal to those who appreciate compelling true crime stories and an insider's look into law enforcement's efforts to understand the minds of predators.

A Killer By Design

A behind-the-scenes look at the creation and development of the FBI's Behavioral Science Unit, written by the pioneering forensic nurse who transformed the way the FBI studies, profiles, and catches serial killers.

Featuring never-before-seen interview transcripts and crime scene drawings, A Killer by Design pulls us directly into the investigations as Burgess experienced with them, providing readers with unprecedented insight into the minds of these deranged killers, the victims they left behind, and the agents who were forced to reconsider everything they thought they knew about crime. As one of the first female consultants for the FBI, this memoir also sheds light on the evolving culture of not just the agency itself, but the criminal justice system nationwide. Thanks to her keen observations and invaluable intuition, Burgess became one of the most sought-after experts in a male-dominated field, breaking through the bureaucratic glass ceiling and clearing the path for generations of talented women to follow in her wake.

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'I think you have something here,' I said, 'This could lead to a whole new way of understanding criminal behaviour. As far as I know, no one's ever tried to figure out why serial killers kill. The implications are profound.'

Haunting, heartfelt, and deeply human, Dr Ann Burgess's remarkable memoir combines a riveting personal narrative of fearless feminism and ambition, bone-chilling encounters with real-life monsters, and a revealing portrait of the ever-evolving US criminal justice system. A Killer By Design will inspire, terrify, and enlighten you in equal measure.

It forces us to confront the age-old question, 'What drives someone to kill, and how can we stop them?'

'Of all the colleagues I've worked with, Ann is one of the sharpest and one of the toughest ... She taught us how to harness the chaos of serial killers' minds and helped us decipher the undecipherable. I'd recommend that everyone read A Killer By Design; not only is it a great page-turner, but it's about time Ann's story was heard' - JOHN E. DOUGLAS, former FBI criminal profiler and bestselling author of Mindhunter.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The book A Killer By Design is highly praised for offering an insightful and detailed look into the world of criminal profiling. Ann Wolbert Burgess is lauded for her pioneering work, which had a profound impact on the FBI's Behavioral Science Unit. The book is described as gripping, heartwarming, and an essential read for those interested in the history and evolution of criminal profiling.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781802792171

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 August 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Headline Welbeck Non-Fiction

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 290g

Pages: 320

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Ann Wolbert Burgess Biography & Memoir Crime & Thriller Education & Reference Fiction Steven Matthew Constantine True Crime

About the Author

Dr Ann Burgess, DNSc., APRN, is a leading forensic and psychiatric nurse who worked with the FBI for over two decades. She is currently a professor at the Boston College Connell School of Nursing, and she lives in Boston, MA.

Steven Matthew Constantine (cowriter) is the assistant director of marketing and communications at the Boston College Connell School of Nursing. He holds an MFA from the Bennington Writing Seminars and lives in Boston, MA.

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