H. H. Holmes: The Life of the American Ripper (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781983457562)

H. H. HolmesH. H. Holmes' story has become one of legend. Holmes committed his crimes at a time in history where the idea of murdering on a mass scale was just being introduced to the world through the actions of Jack the Ripper. Unlike Jack the Ripper though, Holmes' motives were clear; he killed out of greed, convenience, and curiosity.

Inside you will read about...- Herman Webster Mudgett, the Medical Student
- Settling in Chicago
- Murders in the Mansion
- The World's Deadliest Fair
- Suicide or Murder
- America's First Serial Killer
And much more

Fueled by an intense desire for money, Holmes sought the fastest way to make money with the least amount of effort possible. Throughout his life he would commit devastating murders for money, properly earning him the title of America's first serial killer.

Author: Hourly History
ISBN-10: 1983457566
ISBN-13: 9781983457562
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Language: English
Published: 01/25/2018
Pages: 46
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.17lbs
Size: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.10d