Jack the Ripper: The Murders and the Myths

In the book "Jack the Ripper: The Ultimate Book on the Whitechapel Murders", the authors explore the brutal murders that shocked London in 1888 and the ongoing mystery of Jack the Ripper's identity. The book tells the stories of the victims and examines various theories and suspects, including conspiracy theories and forensic insights into the crimes as sex crimes. It is considered the ultimate book on the subject.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 13 June 2022
Publisher: Canelo

Five gruesome murders shook London in the summer and autumn of 1888, leaving an indelible mark on the city's history. Despite the passage of time, these murders have never been forgotten, and the case of Jack the Ripper remains unsolved, with the killer remaining a blood-spattered silhouette. While it is widely believed that 'Jack as an entity was almost certainly invented by an unscrupulous journalist, he has nonetheless become an archetype, decked in the top hat and cloak of a Victorian melodrama villain, stalking the fog-wreathed streets of the old East End. The numerous Ripper theories that emerged during that time tell us more about Victorian attitudes than they do about the true identity of the killer.

In Jack the Ripper, the authors delve into the grim homicidal trails that have permeated popular culture since the Whitechapel murders of 1888. The book tells the stories of the victims, conveying their desperate poignancy and exploring the theories and suspects that have emerged in the field of 'ripperology.' Conspiracy theories and myths surrounding the case, ranging from black magicians to the royal family, are considered, as well as the modern forensic view of the Ripper murders as sex crimes, with reference to disturbing modern cases such as that of the 'Plumstead Ripper.'

Terrifying and unignorable, Jack the Ripper is the ultimate book on the notorious serial killer. It provides a comprehensive and chilling account of the murders, the investigations, and the theories that have captivated the public for generations. Through meticulous research and analysis, the authors shed light on the dark corners of Victorian society and offer a fresh perspective on one of the most notorious crimes in history.

Dimension: 198 x 129 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800329898