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_nMathrubhumi Books, Kaloor
041 _aEnglish
082 _a364.1523
_bRAK/IN
100 _aRakesh Goswami
245 _aINDIA'S MOST DANGEROUS SERIAL KILLER
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260 _aHaryana
_bBlue Salt - Penguin Books
_c2026
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500 _a This is a non-fiction true crime book. It revisits a notorious case from the late 1970s that stretched across Rajasthan, Punjab, and Haryana, drawing on police files, FIRs, contemporary reportage, and interviews. The central theme is how a petty thief became a dangerous serial killer, and what that transformation reveals about crime, justice, and the social world that enabled it. The intended reader is an adult audience interested in investigative history, criminology, and unsparing, documentary storytelling. The tone is factual, sober, and deeply revealing, inviting readers to consider how circumstance and motive intersect in real crimes. The narrative is presented as a documentary reconstruction, weaving together a clear chronology and a broad social backdrop. By grounding the story in primary sources and firsthand accounts, the work offers a distinctive, evidence-led reading experience that stays faithful to events while guiding readers through the complexities of investigation and accountability. The writing stays precise and restrained, encouraging readers to weigh the facts without sensationalism and to reflect on the forces that shaped these crimes. For non-fiction readers and those curious about crime history, key concepts include serial crime patterns, investigative procedures, and the forensic context of the era. Learning feels accessible as complex material is framed through concrete cases, timeline milestones, and cause-and-effect storytelling that connects individual actions to systemic conditions. Primary-source based storytelling drawn from police files, FIRs, contemporary reportage, and interviews Comprehensive timeline spanning multiple states with historical and social context Unflinching, documentary writing style that emphasizes accuracy and clarity Accessible exploration of criminology concepts and investigative methods Thought-provoking reflections on victims, society, and moral questions Readers finish with a clearer understanding of a pivotal chapter in crime history, enhanced skills for evaluating sources and evidence, and a nuanced perspective on how crime intersects with social conditions and justice. The book leaves with a lasting impression of historical context, accountability, and the lessons that emerge from careful, responsible inquiry.
650 _aSerial killers—India
650 _aMurderers—India
650 _aTrue crime stories
650 _aCriminal investigation
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