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Name: The encyclopedia of true crime
Author: Hall, Allan

📘 The encyclopedia of true crime by Hall, Allan

This encyclopedia meticulously records the macabre, the wicked, and the cruel aspects of the most notorious criminals. The text is meticulously organized into four categories: partners in crime, evil women, murderous men, and war crimes. Each category provides detailed information on the individuals and their heinous acts.

First publish date: 2006

Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography

Authors: Hall, Allan

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