The Great Pictorial History of World Crime

This unparalleled reference spans the entire scope of world history offering a thorough investigation into the most infamous crimes and their perpetrators since recorded time. Arranged by subject, from Assassination to Terrorism, each chapter begins with an essay that introduces the topic and provides a concise overview of the historical, social, and very often, political significance of the crime. Subjects are further developed crime-by-crime and from ancient to modern times through descriptive entries covering the criminal acts, modus operandi, criminal background information, and motives along with insightful anecdotes. This arrangement facilitates the work’s readability as well as its usefulness by students needing a first-stop reference. Every major crime category is presented as a separate, all-inclusive history.