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Summary: Once you pick it up...There's no way you can put it down
Comment: Just when you thought you were inside the mind of a serialkiller...Hickey lets you know just how close or far away you really are. This book goes in depth when explaining the symptoms, mechanics, responses, and composure of a serial killer. Equipped with psychological and criminal definitions once thought were out of the realm of understanding, Hickey gracefully applies them to the common persons understanding. The one thing better than reading his material is actually attending one of his seminars, interviews, or better yet his criminology class (153)...Beware of what you read at NIGHT!!!
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Summary: extremely research worthy
Comment: Dr. Eric Hickey gives you all that is needed to peak your interest in serial killers and their fixations.
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Summary: Outstanding profiling and research on serial killers!
Comment: Dr. Hickey's hard work is proven in this book. The serial profiling that he has done has made this book outstanding reference material. I have had the good fortune of meeting this man and I think anyone who has anything to do with any type of law work should read this.
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Summary: This book offers unique and stunning insight.
Comment: I read the 1991 edition of this book,but I am sure the current edition is just as good, if not better. Now I am aware of it, I am eager to read it. This book changed the way I thought about serial killers. The value of Hickey's book stems from its lack of lurid sensationalism. He looks at the offenders with unflinching honesty, while profiling victims with touching deference to their suffering. The letter from a victim's mother is quietly heartbreaking. His statitics and research are invaluable tools. I have done three research projects on serial killers,and this book is always my primary source. It is a must read for law and justice personnel.
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Summary: Empirical, Thourough, and Fascinating - START HERE!
Comment: Hickey has written one of the most comprehensive books on this enigmatic phenomenon. Based on empirical research, instead of sensationalism and myth, Hickey has set the example of what future books on serial murder must live up to.If you are serious about learning more about this area or are doing research - start here.
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