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In Obsession, renowned profiler John Douglas provides an inside look at the psychological patterns behind the most heinous predatory crimes, with particular focus on offenses against women. Drawing on real cases such as Cleveland’s serial rapist Ronnie Shelton and New York’s “Preppie Murder,” Douglas dissects the obsessions that propel rapists, stalkers, and sexual murderers to their crimes. He also turns the lens to his own career‑long obsession with locating and apprehending these dangerous individuals, illustrating how insight and understanding can empower ordinary people to defend themselves and their loved ones against violent predators.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Psychology/General Psychology
Authors: John E. Douglas
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