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Zodiac is a non-fiction book written by Robert Graysmith about the unsolved serial murders committed by the 'Zodiac Killer' in San Francisco in the late 1960s and early '70s. Graysmith provides an in-depth examination of the investigation and the psychological profile of the perpetrator, known as the Zodiac Killer. The book explores the complexities of the case, including the challenges faced by investigators and the ethical dilemmas surrounding the pursuit of justice. Zodiac is a compelling look into the history of the Zodiac Killer case and the ongoing efforts to solve one of the most famous unsolved mysteries in modern history.
First publish date: 1986
Genre: History/Modern History
Authors: Robert Graysmith
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