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The Murderer Next Door : Why the Mind Is Designed to Kill
The Murderer Next Door Why the Mind Is Designed to Kill
Author: David Buss
As acclaimed psychological researcher and author David Buss writes, "People are mesmerized by murder. It commands our attention like no other human phenomenon, and those touched by its ugly tendrils never forget." Though we may like to believe that murderers are pathological misfits and hardened criminals, the vast majority of murders are commit...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780143037057
ISBN-10: 0143037056
Publication Date: 4/25/2006
Pages: 288
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Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics)
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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I read this book when I took Dr. Buss' class at the University of Texas. Great class and a great book! Fascinating topic. If you like this sort of stuff, I would also recommend his other works, which focus on human mating - really insightful work.
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A fascinating look at all the reasons people kill. I did not agree with all of the author's theories, but it's a provocative book, and a quick read. Highly recommend if you are in the criminal justice field.


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