Publisher's Synopsis
For 164 years, 'The New York Times' has been a rich source of information about crime, its reporters racing alongside tabloids to track the shocking incidents that disrupt daily life. This fascinating compilation, edited by seasoned Times crime-beat veteran Kevin Flynn, captures the full sweep of the newspaper's coverage of the subject, from the assassinations of icons like Lincoln, President Kennedy and Malcolm X to the deadly trails left behind by serial killers like H.H. Holmes (America's first recognised serial killer), the Son of Sam and Jeffrey Dahmer. This comprehensive review examines issues like incarceration, organised crime and vice. Chapters are organized by topic and include explanatory material by Flynn to provide context. The book features approximately 40 photographs as well as reproductions of front-page stories. Although the focus is on the US, important international stories are included.
