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Summary: . . .simply a must read. . .
Review: This book is simply a must read in light of recent events in Maryland, Virginia, and D.C. Many people all over the world are currently asking the question: What kind of person would do this and why? In The Anatomy of Motive, John Douglas answers this very question. As Mr. Douglas has stated in his previous books, the primary motivation of sexual preditors is manipulation, domination, & control. However, in this book, Douglas delves deeper, looking into the personality differences to uncover the causes which make these extremely dangerous criminals act out in the various ways that they do. Arsonists, Bombers, Poisoners, Snipers and others are all covered in a detailed, yet very understandable format. Therefore, the reader does not have to be a Psychology major to comprehend what Douglas is saying. Moreover, the numerous case studies included help to make the book an extremely interesting read while, the "You make the call" portion at the end gives the reader a chance to put their newly obtained knowledge to the test.
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Summary: A fine look at true evil
Review: This is a fine book along the lines of all previous John Douglas books. It takes a look inside the mind of evil and hate. Douglas tries to make sense of why people do the horrible things people do. He never condones them, he just tries to find out why the acts were committed so that we may prevent them in the future. If you enjoy true crime and the criminal investigation process then I highly recommend all Douglas books (Mindhunter, Journey Into Darkness, and Obsession) If grisly crimes scenes are not your style, and you don't particularly care for true crime then don't bother.
Thanx for your time, T
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Summary: Absolutely Fascinating!
Review: This is the third book I've read of John Douglas. Mindhunter and Journey into Darkness are the other two. If you're anything like me, you are absolutely repulsed by the crimes these creatures commit...but you're curious about it, too. I mean, HOW can any human being do things that Mr. Douglas describes in his books to another human being. As much as I am repulsed by this behavior, I am strangely fascinated by it. What makes them tick?John Douglas helps answer this question. Straight-forward description of events, explanations behind the crimes. He describes what happens underneath the surface of these crimes and how this will help point to motive. And ultimately, that's what's important: WHY? Because when you find out HOW, you can figure out WHY, and this will help lead to WHO, as John Douglas explains in his book. This book will interest anyone that reads suspense, thriller, or horror genres. Authors like Tom Clancy, Stephen King, Jeffery Deaver, Thomas Harris, Patricia Cornwell, and the likes: If you read any of these authors, read John Douglas's books, especially The Anatomy of Motive. What it may lack in suspense (he writes these books not so much to keep you guessing "what next," or anything like that), it more than makes up for in the fact that EVERYTHING HE TELLS YOU, ACTUALLY HAPPENED! And not that the "lack of suspense" makes this book boring. This couldn't be further from the truth. Case in point: John Douglas will not just describe a crime and an investigation into the Whodunnit, he's going to take you inside the mind of serial killers, mass killers, spree killers, assassins, arsonists, poisoners, kidnappings, and more. That's what's so terrifying: You're inside the mind of a killer, and for once you're not asking "How can a freak like this do such a thing to another human?" because it suddenly makes sense. SPOOKY!
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Summary: Douglas know's criminals...without a doubt.
Review: This was my first read on Douglas. I know he is "the man" when it comes to this subject but I just recently became interested in this area. He truely know's his stuff but there is an underlying theme that takes away from the book. It's almost as if he wrote this thinking every criminal in prison and every would be criminal is going to read this. He wants to let them know they are cowards and that they should not try any of these thing's. I agree with them being cowards but that could have been summed up at the end of the book. Not every chapter. All in all a very good read. If anything he helps to increase one's awareness of those around you and to mentally watch your back!
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Summary: Outstanding!
Review: This was the first book I've read that specifically focused on criminal profiling and furthered my interest on the subject. Wonderful read, couldn't put the book down until I finished. Anyone aspiring for a career in criminology has to read Douglas' books. Amazing author and profiler! Furthers your knowledge of types of killers, profiles them and predicts the most likely suspect through physical, educational, marital backgrounds, etc. I'm hoping to read his others! 5 stars for me, no doubt about that. My favorite True Crime book yet. Nothing boring about it.
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