Innes, Brian

Contains photographs and text that examine some of the myths and belief systems various cultures throughout history have developed in an effort to explain death and the afterlife.

Provides details of eight serial murder cases from throughout history, investigating the reasons why the killers developed psychopathic personalities, and the detection processes that led to their arrests.

Presents a look at seven famous cases that remain unsolved despite the best efforts of crime investigators, including the disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa, the identity of the Zodiac serial killer, the death of Karen Silkwood, and others.

Discusses the history of torture as a part of crime-solving from ancient times to the twentieth century, and includes information about Amnesty International's campaign against such methods.

Describes the beginnings of terrorism as a political act and relates details of some of the activities of well-known terrorist groups.

Provides explanations of the techniques used by forensic scientists to find evidence of crime, and looks at how the science was applied in over one hundred true cases.

Includes: Jack the Ripper, Albert DeSalvo (Boston Strangler), Zodiac Killer, Arthur Shawcross, John Wayn Gacy, Ted Bundy, David Berkowitz (Son of Sam), Ken Bianchi & Angelo Buono (Hillside Stranglers), Wayne Williams, Gary Ridgway (Green River Man), Richard Ramirez (Night Stalker), Aileen Wuornos (Highway Monster), Jeffrey Dahmer, John Muhammad & Lee Boyd Malvo (Beltway Snipers).