Wild or feral children have fascinated us down the centuries, and continue to do so today. In a haunting and hugely readable study, Michael Newton deftly investigates a number of infamous cases. He looks at Peter the Wild Boy, who gripped the attention of Swift and Defoe, and at Victor of Aveyron who roamed the forests of revolutionary France. He tells the story of a savage girl lost on the streets of Paris; of two children brought up by wolves in the jungles of India; of a boy brought up among monkeys in Uganda; and in Moscow, of a child found living with a pack of wild dogs.
Wild or feral children have fascinated us down the centuries, and continue to do so today. In a haunting and hugely readable study, Michael Newton ...
There are strange monsters in Indiana. Some are grudgingly called "hypothetical" species by the state's Department of Natural Resources; others are merely exotic, overlooked, or "hidden" animals, that people think are extinct or just not possible in the Hoosier State. Read about: -Exotic reptiles and fish overlooked on official rosters, -"Extinct" cougars that refuse to disappear, -Alien big cats (including lions and black panthers), -Lake and swamp monsters, -Freshwater cephalopods, -Phantom kangaroos and "Devil Monkeys," -Bigfoot, mer people, lizard men, giant birds, and -A 40-foot dragon....
There are strange monsters in Indiana. Some are grudgingly called "hypothetical" species by the state's Department of Natural Resources; others are me...
This reference offers a comprehensive survey of how the underworld takes advantage of new technologies, tools and techniques and adapts them for nefarious purposes. It also looks at how the authorities fight back, prevent crime and capture criminals.
This reference offers a comprehensive survey of how the underworld takes advantage of new technologies, tools and techniques and adapts them for nefar...
Provides more than 500 detailed entries that define the major conspiracies, both proven and unproven, throughout history. This encyclopedia investigates the history of conspiracies and their impact on global affairs and everyday life. Entries include biographies, specific events, profiles of groups, and thumbnail histories of notorious nations.
Provides more than 500 detailed entries that define the major conspiracies, both proven and unproven, throughout history. This encyclopedia investigat...
The Encyclopedia of Serial Killers, Second Edition provides accurate information on hundreds of serial murder cases--from early history to the present. New major serial killers have come to light since the first edition was published, and many older cases have been solved (such as the Green River Killer) or further investigated (like Jack the Ripper and the "Zodiac" Killer). Completely updated entries and appendixes pair with more than 30 new photographs and many new entries to make this new edition more fascinating than ever.
The Encyclopedia of Serial Killers, Second Edition provides accurate information on hundreds of serial murder cases--from early history to the present...
The Encyclopedia of Serial Killers, Second Edition provides accurate, unglamorized information on hundreds of serial murder cases-from early history to the present. It includes new major serial killers who have come to light since the first edition was published, as well as many older cases that have been solved, such as the Green River Killer, or further investigated like Jack the Ripper and the "Zodiac" Killer. Updated entries and appendixes pair with more than 30 new photographs to make this new edition more fascinating than ever.
The Encyclopedia of Serial Killers, Second Edition provides accurate, unglamorized information on hundreds of serial murder cases-from early history t...
'Celebrities and Crime' examines the crossroads where fame and underworld meet, looks at special types of crime targeted at celebrities, and discusses how law enforcement handles celebrity victims and celebrity perpetrators.
'Celebrities and Crime' examines the crossroads where fame and underworld meet, looks at special types of crime targeted at celebrities, and discusses...
With an emphasis on crime in the United States, Crime and Criminals surveys the scope of modern crime and the dangers posed by criminal activity in the contemporary world. It also recounts the history and evolution of crime, defines it, and explains the legal definitions of specific crimes. Readers will learn how crimes are committed and look at common criminal motives and social issues connected to criminality. This interesting book also discusses social perspectives on crime in general and specific types of crime such as so-called victimless crimes.
With an emphasis on crime in the United States, Crime and Criminals surveys the scope of modern crime and the dangers posed by criminal activity in th...
Before a crime is ever committed, law enforcement officials try to prevent lawbreaking by enacting policies and safeguards. Crime Fighting and Crime Prevention provides a clear look at the efforts of law enforcement agencies and civilians to control and prevent crimes. The various crime-prevention techniques covered range from computer databases that manage deployment of police officers and public relations campaigns and programs that enhance public awareness, to auxiliary police forces, neighborhood watch groups, and other community outreach programs. This informative book also explores the...
Before a crime is ever committed, law enforcement officials try to prevent lawbreaking by enacting policies and safeguards. Crime Fighting and Crime P...
When it comes to crime, truth is often stranger than fiction. Many of the cases that have stumped investigators are among the strangest on record. This title presents mysteries that have remained unsolved despite years of investigation by qualified law enforcement agents.
When it comes to crime, truth is often stranger than fiction. Many of the cases that have stumped investigators are among the strangest on record. Thi...