Publisher's Synopsis
"The Criminal Imbecile: An Analysis of Three Remarkable Murder Cases" by Henry Herbert Goddard delves into the intersection of criminology and psychology through detailed case studies. Goddard, a pioneer in forensic psychology, meticulously examines three murder cases, offering a chilling glimpse into what he terms "criminal imbecility."
This exploration of murder cases provides invaluable insights into early 20th-century forensic techniques and perspectives on penology. Goddard's work represents a significant contribution to the fields of criminology and forensic psychology, providing a historical lens through which to view our understanding of criminal behavior. A crucial text for anyone interested in the history of criminology, forensic psychology, or the development of penological theory, "The Criminal Imbecile" presents a fascinating, if unsettling, look at the minds behind the crimes. This edition preserves the original text, offering unedited access to Goddard's groundbreaking analysis.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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