True crime Books

Florence Maybrick was the first American woman to be sentenced to death in England--for murdering her husband, a crime she almost certainly did not commit. Her 1889 trial was presided over by an openly misogynist judge who was later declared...

Mary Ann Nichols, Annie Chapman, Elizabeth Stride, Katherine Eddowes and Mary Jane Kelly--the five known victims of Jack the Ripper--are among the most written-about women in history. Hundreds of books on the Ripper murders describe their deaths in...

The "spine" of the Andes Mountain, which runs through Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia, is the source of almost all of the world's cocaine-based products, both legal and otherwise. In 1986, in the midst of the American "cocaine epidemic," the Reagan...

""The Truth About Clement Ker: Being An Account Of Some Curious Circumstances Connected With The Life And Death Of Sir Clement Ker"" is a book written by George Fleming in 1889. The book is a detailed account of the life and death of Sir Clement Ker, a...

""The Surprising Adventures Of Bampfylde Moore Carew, King Of The Beggars"" is a historical novel written by Robert Goadby in 1812. The book follows the life of Bampfylde Moore Carew, an infamous 18th-century English vagabond and self-proclaimed ""King...

The Spirit Portrait Mystery: Its Final Solution is a book written by David Phelps Abbott and published in 1913. The book explores the world of spiritualism and the controversy surrounding the production of spirit photographs. In the late 19th and early...

A gripping account of a real-life murder trial that made headlines in turn-of-the-century America. Henry K. Goodwin was accused of killing his business partner, Albert D. Swan, in a dispute over money, and this book is the official record of his trial...

This collection of detective stories highlights the intersection of industry, society, and human nature. From the grueling conditions of the factory floor to the tense negotiations between management and labor, these tales shed light on the complex...

This thrilling narrative recounts the story of the murders that occurred in Bussey's Wood, questioning whether a ghost or a human was responsible. It is an intriguing read for those interested in true crime and unsolved mysteries.This work has been...

This gripping true crime story tells the tale of San Francisco's notorious Barbary Coast, a neighborhood filled with brothels, saloons, and other dens of iniquity. Wilson's vivid prose and meticulous research make this book an essential read for anyone...

Narrative of Edward McGowan is an autobiographical account of a young man who became an outlaw in the California Gold Rush era. He joined a gang of bandits and was eventually hunted down by the vigilantes of San Francisco and put on trial.This work has...

This book provides a comprehensive look at the criminal underworld of Manchester during the late 19th century. The author, who wrote under the pseudonym 'Special Correspondent,' provides vivid descriptions of the crimes committed and the characters...

In this fascinating true crime story, Ed Morrell becomes an unwitting accomplice to a string of burglaries committed by his own best friend. The two are caught by the police, but Morrell manages to impress the authorities with his bravery and stoicism...

This fascinating book delves into the real-life story behind the legend of Bluebeard, the infamous serial killer who murdered his wives. Drawing on historical accounts and eyewitness testimony, author Sabilla Novello provides a chilling and detailed...

Il processo Palizzolo rappresentò una svolta nella lotta alla mafia in Italia. La magistratura e la polizia riuscirono a sgominare una vasta rete di traffico di droga e di estorsioni, arrestando molte delle figure di spicco del clan. In questo libro, la...

Written in his own words before his execution, Martin Richard Kehoe's life and dying declaration chronicles his life up until his conviction for the murder of his wife. This compelling document provides a unique window into the criminal justice system of...

This book offers a detailed account of the notorious murder trial of Professor John W. Webster. It provides a glimpse into the criminal justice system of the mid-19th century and explores the influence of wealth and privilege on legal proceedings. A...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This entertaining group of eight essays concerning great crimes of murder reveals the author's affinity, not only with the wellsprings of human passion, but also with the means of bringing them into lucid focus, using the slow unfolding of telling...

Blue Memoirs represents 12 short stories with vivid descriptive and sometimes graphic content. Combined with seriousness, cynicism, humor and the sometimes shocking reality of human behavior, Blue Memoirs will open the minds of the public and remind them...

In this book, Gregoriou explores the portrayal of the serial killer identity and its related ideology across a range of contemporary crime narratives, including detective fiction, the true crime genre and media journalism. How exactly is the serial...

"The mystery money mover."- The Sydney Morning Herald"The beauty of the book you hold in your hands is that it offers a unique and perfect insight into the money-laundering world."- Howard Marks, aka Mr. NiceWhat started innocently enough led Bruce...

On April 19, 1973, Rosemarie D'Alessandro's daughter, Joan, said "Goodbye, Mommy," as she ran out the door. Joan was a Brownie Scout, and she was excited about delivering the last two boxes of Girl Scout cookies to a neighbor. Her mother didn't know it...

"Cosmic Outlaws - The Legend of Bonnie and Clyde" delves into the celestial journey of one of America's most notorious criminal duos, Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow. This celestial exploration unravels the cosmic allure of their outlaw...

« Le rideau se lève ets'immortalise sur la cruauté etle mal ambiant planantpartout autour de ce lopin deterritoire. » Le Diable sembleen faire son terrain de jeusans que nul puisse poserson mot...Instabilité politique,...

Can faith truly turn a notorious life around? James Odell, the acclaimed author of the best-seller "The Road to Hancock County," unveils his deepest vulnerabilities in this remarkable journey from crime, addiction, and despair to redemption and hope...

This historical account is based on the memories and stories of two successful men, both on the side of law enforcement and prosecution. The first is a detective for the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) Gang Unit, (SEB) Special Enforcement...

Joe Metheny was a serial killer active in Baltimore, Maryland in the 1990s. He claimed that he had killed up to ten victims. However, he was convicted of only two cases of murder and one case of kidnapping. He mostly preyed on young white prostitutes who...

Licorice McKechnie was an oddity...A famous musician whose life was shrouded in mystery until she finally disappeared...Over the years, many have taken it upon themselves to solve the mystery of her disappearance. Many inquiries have led to dead ends,...

Although it has long been known that The Amityville Horror: A True Story was a fraud, until now, no assessment of the extent of the fraud or account of how it was planned has been published. In this book, The Amityville Horror:...

How many gangsters reach the top of the game and walk away without life in jail, being removed in a body bag, or snitching and going into Federal witness protection?  You know what they say... the book is always better than the movie! Big...

In the early hours of March 22, 1989, two friends - career criminals with violent felony convictions - drove around the eastern Kansas City area in a stolen car committing a series of crimes. The weather was mild for late March in Kansas City; the sky...

Si desea descubrir cómo algunas personas siempre parecen salirse con la suya con mentiras y manipulación, entonces continúe leyendo...¿Alguna vez se ha encontrado en una situación en la que siempre siente que está fuera de control?¿Se siente como una...

Michigan's past has a more sinister side than what's commonly displayed on roadside historical markers. In Dark Side of the Mitten: Crimes of the Powerful and Powerful Criminals in Michigan's Past and Present, author Tom Carr presents a wide...

"My father's name was Pasquale Giordano. Or Patsy Giordano. Or Patsy Jordan. Or Patrick Michaele Jordan. Like everything about his life, even his name was elusive."So begins My Father's Con, a Memoir, by Pat Jordan, the octogenarian former pro baseball...

The true story of how Detroit's Purple-Licavoli Gang took over Toledo and its aftermath. Prohibition and Toledo's proximity to rum-running routes made it an ideal target of organized crime and the author details how the takeover was implemented and how...

The first dedicated textbook for Criminology students studying homicide. As the authors explain, criminal homicide is but one form of lethal violence victims may suffer, leading them to describe a much broader range of scenarios. Ranging from murder...

An eminent historian sheds light on the serial killings that terrorized Boston in the early 1960s, the man arrested for them, and the brash young lawyer, F. Lee Bailey, who defended him.

Just who is Radovan Krejcir? Known as “Baas John” to his underlings, he arrived in South Africa in 2007 under a false passport. He was a fugitive, a powerful Czech multimillionaire, who escaped from prison on fraud charges and fled to the...

LYN WENDON IS NOT THE ORIGINATOR OF LETTERLAND.LYN WENDON IS A PLAGIARIST.This book and the accompanying documentary provide conclusive evidence to show how Lyn Wendon and Richard Carlisle of Hamlyn have continued to market Letterland as their creation...

On the Margin of the Sky is the original true story of Dee Plecic. She used her experiences as a survivor 3.5 years of the siege of the Sarajevo to describe the traumas of the war and genocide called "Ethnic cleansing" in Bosnia. At the beginning of the...

THE TRUE STORY OF LONDON'S MOST PROLIFIC ARMED ROBBERY GANGThe average bank robbery takes around four minutes. The essential ingredients are ruthlessness, cunning and plenty of bottle. You'll also need a weapon, a disguise and a getaway car. If you have...

The most comprehensive work ever done on legal executions by hanging in Texas. Arranged by counties, this book documents 467 executions in Texas, many that have been forgotten through the years. Such as:Decapitated: Jack Fields—Wharton County, and...

TRUE STORIES CAN BE EVEN MORE FASCINATING THAN FICTION. HERE IS ONE ABOUT A VERY YOUNG COUPLE WHOSE LIFE TOOK A DRASTIC TURN AFTER THEIR WEDDING...... READ ON.....