THE JACK THE RIPPER A-Z (SIGNED)

Paperback, Revised & Updated. SIGNED. Foreword by Donald Rumbelow. Compiled in encyclopaedic format by 3 of the world's leading experts on the subject, this new edition of the 'A-Z' is completely revised and updated to reveal all the latest research. Giving fresh and unbiased accounts of all the many theories a to the Ripper's identity, it includes : the latest on Dr. Tumbelty, the subject of the 'Littlechild letter', which discloses the astonishing information that the head of Special Branch's preferred suspect was arrested but escaped to the United States. The theory of Joseph Barnett, the lover of the last victim, who closely matches the FBI's psychological profile of the Ripper. The sensational ongoing story of the alleged diary confession of James Maybrick. An undisputed guide for both serious Ripperologists and true-crime fans alike, and provides a compelling insight into the enigma which still exerts such a fascination over a century later. Illus., Index. 519pp. p/back. From the library of Paul Daniel, ex-editor of the 'Ripperologist' magazine (December 1996 No. 8 - February 2000 No. 27) with his name rubber stamp and date in his distinctive green felt-tip pen inside back cover. Browned pp., showing a little shelf-wear. FLAT SIGNED BY PAUL BEGG, plus tipped-in label SIGNED BY KEITH SKINNER. An excellent reference work, and recommended. Vg.