--- product_id: 1926148 title: "Serial Killers: The Method and Madness of Monsters" price: "£29.09" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1926148-serial-killers-the-method-and-madness-of-monsters store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Serial Killers: The Method and Madness of Monsters **Price:** £29.09 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Serial Killers: The Method and Madness of Monsters - **How much does it cost?** £29.09 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1926148-serial-killers-the-method-and-madness-of-monsters) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description A comprehensive examination into the frightening true crime history of serial homicide—including information on America’s most prolific serial killers such as: Jeffrey Dahmer • Ted Bundy • “Co-ed Killer” Ed Kemper • The BTK Killer • “Highway Stalker” Henry Lee Lucas • Monte Ralph Rissell • “Shoe Fetish Slayer” Jerry Brudos • “Night Stalker” Richard Ramirez • “Unabomber” Ted Kaczynski • Ed Gein “The Butcher of Plainfield” • “Killer Clown” John Wayne Gacy • Andrew Cunanan • And more... In this unique book, Peter Vronsky documents the psychological, investigative, and cultural aspects of serial murder, beginning with its first recorded instance in Ancient Rome through fifteenth-century France on to such notorious contemporary cases as cannibal/necrophile Ed Kemper, the BTK killer, Henry Lee Lucas, Monte Ralph Rissell, Jerry Brudos, Richard Ramirez, “Unabomber” Ted Kaczynski, Ed Gein, John Wayne Gacy, Ted Bundy, Jeffrey Dahmer, and the emergence of what he classifies as the “serial rampage killer” such as Andrew Cunanan, who murdered fashion designer Gianni Versace. Vronsky not only offers sound theories on what makes a serial killer but also makes concrete suggestions on how to survive an encounter with one—from recognizing verbal warning signs to physical confrontational resistance. Exhaustively researched with transcripts of interviews with killers, and featuring up-to-date information on the apprehension and conviction of the Green River killer and the Beltway Snipers, Vronsky’s one-of-a-kind book covers every conceivable aspect of an endlessly riveting true crime phenomenon. INCLUDES PHOTOGRAPHS Review: Entertaining and educational from start to finishing - I’m getting in to true crime. I like the human psychology of it and learning about the making of the killer, as opposed to learning about the killing exclusively, as that can start to feel a bit exploitative. It’s a very well-rounded book. It’s actually one of the first few non-fiction books I’ve ever read, and it’s the most entertaining one as well. He does a great job of telling the story and explaining killer classifications and how their childhoods made them into the monsters (no sugar coating it) they are. As a female, it’s also made me a lot more aware and I’m thankful for it. Awesome writing! Will be buying more of his stuff! Review: Remarkably good book - This is a book that manages to combine good storytelling with a very informative, structured approach to examining every aspect of serial killers, including their origin, evolution, methods and classification. The topic is gruesomely fascinating, and Vronsky doesn't shy from detail. But at base this is a serious book that reviews the bigger picture in an academic way (but never in a manner that is dry and boring). The front cover promises that this is "The definitive history of the phenomenon of serial murder", and having read quite a lot of serial killer accounts I think I have to agree that that subtitle isn't an exaggerated claim. As a chilling bedside read, it's fascinating. And as a text on the topic, it represents a significant achievement. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #334,159 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #118 in Violence in Society (Books) #176 in Serial Killers True Accounts #198 in Criminology (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,476 Reviews | ## Images ![Serial Killers: The Method and Madness of Monsters - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Tg2c6uoHL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Entertaining and educational from start to finishing *by M***N on September 19, 2021* I’m getting in to true crime. I like the human psychology of it and learning about the making of the killer, as opposed to learning about the killing exclusively, as that can start to feel a bit exploitative. It’s a very well-rounded book. It’s actually one of the first few non-fiction books I’ve ever read, and it’s the most entertaining one as well. He does a great job of telling the story and explaining killer classifications and how their childhoods made them into the monsters (no sugar coating it) they are. As a female, it’s also made me a lot more aware and I’m thankful for it. Awesome writing! Will be buying more of his stuff! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Remarkably good book *by P***A on September 18, 2018* This is a book that manages to combine good storytelling with a very informative, structured approach to examining every aspect of serial killers, including their origin, evolution, methods and classification. The topic is gruesomely fascinating, and Vronsky doesn't shy from detail. But at base this is a serious book that reviews the bigger picture in an academic way (but never in a manner that is dry and boring). The front cover promises that this is "The definitive history of the phenomenon of serial murder", and having read quite a lot of serial killer accounts I think I have to agree that that subtitle isn't an exaggerated claim. As a chilling bedside read, it's fascinating. And as a text on the topic, it represents a significant achievement. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Stranger than Fiction *by D***I on March 25, 2013* They always say life imitates art, but its just the opposite - every serial killer book you've read that you think is a fantasy likely has some semblance of truth from one of the killers profiled in this book. This book is amazing, because it takes a disconnected look at the nature of a serial killer to show exactly why were fascinated by them. There is no glorification of the serial killer, just fact after fact to deconstruct the impossible - understanding the madness that drives a serial killer. Cold and clinical, this book still was one of the scariest and most gripping books I've read, simply because you know there are people out there who do the unthinkable. Also has some handy tips to stay alive when encountering a serial killer... 4 stars - a great read. If you like the subject matter, this is a must read. I've read a lot of fiction in this genre, and this non-fiction was one of the best. ## Frequently Bought Together - Serial Killers: The Method and Madness of Monsters - Mindhunter: Inside the FBI's Elite Serial Crime Unit - The Stranger Beside Me --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1926148-serial-killers-the-method-and-madness-of-monsters](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1926148-serial-killers-the-method-and-madness-of-monsters) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-11-07*