The True Crime Dictionary
Published by Ulysses Press
An extraordinary A-to-Z reference of killers, poisons, police jargon, prison slang, forensics terms, and much more.
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of criminology with the one and only True Crime Dictionary. Containing everything from famous crimes, cold cases, and serial killers to deadly weapons, spy lingo, and legal language, this book is sure to enthrall true crime lovers. Get an in-depth look at familiar terms and learn new ones, with entries including:
It’s compelling reading for murderinos, true crime junkies, and connoisseurs of macabre trivia, as well as a useful reference for writers, podcasters, or anyone whose work revolves around crime.
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of criminology with the one and only True Crime Dictionary. Containing everything from famous crimes, cold cases, and serial killers to deadly weapons, spy lingo, and legal language, this book is sure to enthrall true crime lovers. Get an in-depth look at familiar terms and learn new ones, with entries including:
- Air America, the dummy corporation for the CIA used for secret military operations
- Grandma’s House, prison slang for gang headquarters
- Amphetamine, the second most popular illegal drug in the world
- Novichok, the lethal nerve agent developed by Soviet Russia
- The Golden State Killer (and the DNA evidence that finally caught him), and more
It’s compelling reading for murderinos, true crime junkies, and connoisseurs of macabre trivia, as well as a useful reference for writers, podcasters, or anyone whose work revolves around crime.
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