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Helter Skelter : The True Story of the Manson Murder by Vincent Bugliosi and Curt Gentry (2001, Uk-B Format Paperback)
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Helter Skelter : The True Story of the Manson Murders, Paperback by Bugliosi, Vincent; Gentry, Curt, ISBN 0393322238, ISBN-13 9780393322231, Brand New, Free shipping in the US The inside story behind the Manson killings explains how Charles Manson was able to make his "family" murder for him, chronicles the investigation, and describes in detail the court trial that brought him and his accomplices to justice. Winner of the Edgar Allan Poe Award. Reprint.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherNorton & Company, Incorporated, w. w.
ISBN-100393322238
ISBN-139780393322231
eBay Product ID (ePID)1907169
Product Key Features
Book TitleHelter Skelter : the True Story of the Manson Murder
Number of Pages736 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicMurder / General, Murder / Serial Killers, Criminals & Outlaws, Criminology
Publication Year2001
IllustratorYes
GenreTrue Crime, Social Science, Biography & Autobiography
AuthorVincent Bugliosi, Curt Gentry
FormatUk-B Format Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1.3 in
Item Weight20.6 Oz
Item Length8.2 in
Item Width5.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN94-020957
ReviewsVincent Bugliosi's Helter Skelter was in everyone's house...it was endlessly fascinating, with some of the illicit thrill of pornography.
Dewey Edition20
Dewey Decimal364.1/523/0979493
SynopsisIn the summer of 1969, in Los Angeles, a series of brutal, seemingly random murders captured headlines across America. A famous actress (and her unborn child), an heiress to a coffee fortune, a supermarket owner and his wife were among the seven victims. A thin trail of circumstances eventually tied the Tate-LeBianca murders to Charles Manson, a would-be pop singer of small talent living in the desert with his "family" of devoted young women and men. What was his hold over them? And what was the motivation behind such savagery? In the public imagination, over time, the case assumed the proportions of myth. The murders marked the end of the sixties and became an immediate symbol of the dark underside of that era. Vincent Bugliosi was the prosecuting attorney in the Manson trial, and this book is his enthralling account of how he built his case from what a defense attorney dismissed as only "two fingerprints and Vince Bugliosi." The meticulous detective work with which the story begins, the prosecutor's view of a complex murder trial, the reconstruction of the philosophy Manson inculcated in his fervent followers...these elements make for a true crime classic. Helter Skelter is not merely a spellbinding murder case and courtroom drama but also, in the words of The New Republic , a "social document of rare importance.", In the summer of 1969, in Los Angeles, a series of brutal, seemingly random murders captured headlines across America. A famous actress (and her unborn child), an heiress to a coffee fortune, a supermarket owner and his wife were among the seven victims. A thin trail of circumstances eventually tied the Tate-LeBianca murders to Charles Manson, a would-be pop singer of small talent living in the desert with his family of devoted young women and men. What was his hold over them? And what was the motivation behind such savagery? In the public imagination, over time, the case assumed the proportions of myth. The murders marked the end of the sixties and became an immediate symbol of the dark underside of that era. Vincent Bugliosi was the prosecuting attorney in the Manson trial, and this book is his enthralling account of how he built his case from what a defense attorney dismissed as only two fingerprints and Vince Bugliosi. The meticulous detective work with which the story begins, the prosecutor's view of a complex murder trial, the reconstruction of the philosophy Manson inculcated in his fervent followers...these elements make for a true crime classic. Helter Skelter is not merely a spellbinding murder case and courtroom drama but also, in the words of The New Republic , a social document of rare importance., In the summer of 1969, in Los Angeles, a series of brutal, seemingly random murders captured headlines across America. A famous actress (and her unborn child), an heiress to a coffee fortune, a supermarket owner and his wife were among the seven victims. A thin trail of circumstances eventually tied the Tate-LeBianca murders to Charles Manson, a would-be pop singer of small talent living in the desert with his "family" of devoted young women and men. What was his hold over them? And what was the motivation behind such savagery? In the public imagination, over time, the case assumed the proportions of myth. The murders marked the end of the sixties and became an immediate symbol of the dark underside of that era. Vincent Bugliosi was the prosecuting attorney in the Manson trial, and this book is his enthralling account of how he built his case from what a defense attorney dismissed as only "two fingerprints and Vince Bugliosi." The meticulous detective work with which the story begins, the prosecutor's view of a complex murder trial, the reconstruction of the philosophy Manson inculcated in his fervent followers...these elements make for a true crime classic. Helter Skelter is not merely a spellbinding murder case and courtroom drama but also, in the words of The New Republic, a "social document of rare importance."
LC Classification NumberHV6533.C2B83 1994
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- Sep 11, 2017Top favorable review
The author solved this case in spite of the L.A. police failures.
The used book arrived early and was in very good shape. I will pass it on to friends so they can enjoy how well it is written. The subject matter will turn off some people, but we need to remember how horrible Manson and his followers are.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Feb 20, 2019Top critical review
If you want to know abut the Manson case.
I had wanted to read this book for years. It wasn't as intersting as I thought and was very long and counfusing.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Jul 28, 2017
Love it
If you are into the whole CM case you are going to adore this great read. I love the case details and I have read and bought quiet a few of the books on this case. I also love how this book as some portraits to disclose more personal evidence of the case. If you are a fan of the Manson Family or the Case this book is one of the best reads. I would give this 5 star ⭐️ and higher.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Mar 30, 2025
Another Terrific Book from Vincent Bugliosi
Vincent Bugliosi is the best writer! I can't put the book down! I would highly recommend it and it was a great value.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Jan 20, 2024
Times change but people, not that much
I first read this book in the 60's and it scared me. I live in Los Angeles and rereading the book still scares me. worked in juvenile corrections and as a psychotherapists and this book still scares me. So hard to figure out how cult type leaders can have so much power over their followers. When it seems so easy to get someone to kill for you an/or die for you it is scary. I wish things had gotten a lot better since then but that would just be a wish.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jun 11, 2020
Can't put it down
This book was sold used, but in pristine condition. I bought it for my fella. He loved the book.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jul 19, 2017
Engaging Reading
Helter Skelter may become my all-time favorite "true crime" book! Writing true crime myself, Bugliosi and Gentry are an example of writing that engages the reader.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Apr 02, 2022
This is one of my favorite books in all my 73 years. I remember.....
.... The new about this story when I lived in Brazil and I think it was as big there as it was in the US. I've read it several times and just wanted to have my own copy. It's in great shape, like new and I'm excited to read it againVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Dec 18, 2019
Good source of truth
Good book when I was interested in profiling now my son can glean knowledge on one of the most notorious in our history.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Aug 14, 2019
Compelling book about the Manson murders.
This book goes into much detail about the Manson murders. Well worth reading.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
