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The autobiography of Jack the Ripper / James Carnac.
Offers a memoir taken from a manuscript purported to have been written in the 1920s by a man claiming to be the perpetrator of the Jack the Ripper murders of 1888, along with an appendix by an expert on the murders that analyzes the text.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781402280580 (pbk.)
- ISBN: 1402280580 (pbk.)
- Physical Description: xvi, 304 pages : illustrations, map ; 21 cm
- Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: Naperville, Ill. : Sourcebooks, [2013]
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Includes index. Originally published in Great Britain in 2012 by Bantam Press. "In his own words, the confession of the world's most infamous killer"--Cover. |
| Formatted Contents Note: | Preface. The silence of the lamb : a note on the discovery and publication of the autobiography of Jack the Ripper -- Introduction / by Paul Begg -- The autobiography of James Carnac -- Explanatory remarks -- Appendix 1. Paul Begg's analysis -- Appendix 2. Facsimiles of original pages from the manuscript -- Appendix 3. List of victims. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Jack, the Ripper. Serial murders > England > London > History > 19th century. Serial murderers > England > London > History > 19th century. London (England) > History > 19th century. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Kirtland Community College.
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- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirtland Community College Library | HV 6535 .G7 C37 2013 | 30775305474000 | General Collection | Available | - |
The Autobiography of Jack the Ripper : In His Own Words, the Confession of the World's Most Infamous Killer
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The Autobiography of Jack the Ripper : In His Own Words, the Confession of the World's Most Infamous Killer
Delve into the mind of the enigmatic figure who struck fear into the hearts of Victorian London, as he reveals the untold truths behind his heinous murders--this is the story of Jack the Ripper in his own words. This gripping account takes you on a journey through the twisted psyche of Jack the Ripper, showcasing his sinister motives, meticulous planning, and macabre acts of violence. Uncover the elusive killer's chilling firsthand narrative, immersing yourself in the gritty atmosphere of 19th-century London. From the bloodstained alleyways to the dimly lit taverns, every page pulsates with the harrowing reality of Jack the Ripper's reign of terror. Unveil the shadows that shielded this mysterious figure and witness the horrors that gripped an entire city. Ultimately, you, the reader, must decide if this is simply one of the earliest historical fiction imaginings of the case--and a groundbreaking literary addition to the Ripper canon--or if it is the genuine autobiography of Jack the Ripper himself.
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