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It’s a total crime wave: A mini encyclopedia of true crime, packed with stories of killers, cons, survivors, forensics and more! More than 200 stories of killers, con artists, master thieves, and brazen kidnappers—and strong survivors, detectives, forensic breakthroughs, and legal minds on all sides of the action. In other words, a mini-encyclopedia perfect for newcomers and hard-core crime fans alike. Here are the big names—Bundy, Manson, Berkowitz, Borden, and the Black Dahlia. The lingering mysteries—like JonBenet Ramsey and Natalie Wood. The disturbing puzzle of the Zodiac Killer. The true story behind the most lurid headline ever: “Headless Body in the Topless Bar.” Plus a feast of trivia and more, including the Psychopath test, how DNA profiling began, tattoo analysis, and quizzes like “Where Did They Hide?” and “Serial Killer Trophies.”

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"The scope of Daly’s coverage is commendable…. A great entry point for those exploring true crime."—Library Journal
"The scope of Daly’s coverage is commendable…. A great entry point for those exploring true crime."—Library Journal

"For something light and lively and perfect for airport or car-ride, The True Crime File absolutely fits."—The Bookworm Sez

The True Crime File: Serial Killers, Famous

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      Publisher Workman Publishing
      Published 10 May 2022
      ISBN-13 9781523514113
      978-1523514113
      ISBN-10 1523514116
      Also in:
      Biography True crime

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      Book Synopsis
      It’s a total crime wave: A mini encyclopedia of true crime, packed with stories of killers, cons, survivors, forensics and more! More than 200 stories of killers, con artists, master thieves, and brazen kidnappers—and strong survivors, detectives, forensic breakthroughs, and legal minds on all sides of the action. In other words, a mini-encyclopedia perfect for newcomers and hard-core crime fans alike. Here are the big names—Bundy, Manson, Berkowitz, Borden, and the Black Dahlia. The lingering mysteries—like JonBenet Ramsey and Natalie Wood. The disturbing puzzle of the Zodiac Killer. The true story behind the most lurid headline ever: “Headless Body in the Topless Bar.” Plus a feast of trivia and more, including the Psychopath test, how DNA profiling began, tattoo analysis, and quizzes like “Where Did They Hide?” and “Serial Killer Trophies.”

      Trade Review
      "The scope of Daly’s coverage is commendable…. A great entry point for those exploring true crime."—Library Journal
      "The scope of Daly’s coverage is commendable…. A great entry point for those exploring true crime."—Library Journal

      "For something light and lively and perfect for airport or car-ride, The True Crime File absolutely fits."—The Bookworm Sez

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