How did Jack the Ripper acquire his grisly name ? Who «sold» the Eiffel Tower ? How did D.B. Cooper pull off his audacious heist ? This book answers these questions and more by exploring more than 100 of the world's most notorious cons, heists, and murders.

Authoritative and engaging, The Crime Book is packed with arresting graphics and compelling text, taking a fresh look at true crime and the history of criminology. From pirates and highwaymen to serial killers and the cyber predators of the 21st century, each entry offers an insight into the justice system as well as the criminal mind.

Whether you're a student of law and psychology or an avid reader of crime fiction, you'll find plenty of thought-provoking, chilling, and intriguing cases here.

Auteur

Collectif

Éditeur

DK

ISBN

9781465462862

Langue

anglais

Année de publication

2017

Catégorie

Biographie/Fait vécu, Sociologie

Couverture

Couverture rigide

Format

Très grand

Nombre de pages

352

Condition

Très bon état