This text provides an in-depth, scholarly examination of serial murderers and their victims. Supported by extensive data and research, the book profiles some of the most prominent murderers of our time, addressing the highest-profile serial killer type--the sexual predator--as well as a wide variety of other types (male, female, team, healthcare, and serial killers from outside the U.S.). Author Eric Hickey examines the lives of over 400 serial murderers, analyzing the cultural, historical, and religious factors that influence our myths and stereotypes of these individuals. He describes the biological, psychological, and sociological reasons for serial murder and discusses profiling and other law enforcement issues related to the apprehension and disposition of serial killers.
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Author: Eric W. Hickey
Publisher: Cengage Learning
Publish Date: 2015-01-19
Edition: 7
ISBN: 1305261690
ISBN 13: 9781305261693
Dimension: Length: 6.25 inches, Width: 0.75 inches, Height: 9 inches
Weight: Weight: 1.54984970186 pounds
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 528
This text provides an in-depth, scholarly examination of serial murderers and their victims. Supported by extensive data and research, the book profiles some of the most prominent murderers of our time, addressing the highest-profile serial killer type--the sexual predator--as well as a wide variety of other types (male, female, team, healthcare, and serial killers from outside the U.S.). Author Eric Hickey examines the lives of over 400 serial murderers, analyzing the cultural, historical, and religious factors that influence our myths and stereotypes of these individuals. He describes the biological, psychological, and sociological reasons for serial murder and discusses profiling and other law enforcement issues related to the apprehension and disposition of serial killers.
Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
Author: Eric W. Hickey
Publisher: Cengage Learning
Publish Date: 2015-01-19
Edition: 7
ISBN: 1305261690
ISBN 13: 9781305261693
Dimension: Length: 6.25 inches, Width: 0.75 inches, Height: 9 inches
Weight: Weight: 1.54984970186 pounds
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 528