Softcover. 1st p/b edn. The horrific murder and mutilation of 5 women in the year 1888 in London's East End are still the subject of speculation - the murderer's identity remains a mystery. Paul Harrison, a policeman from Northamptonshire, brings modern police methods to bear on the case of Jack the Ripper. His solution is 'strikingly plausible, including a new and surprising thread of romantic intrigue.' By comparing the crimes with more 'recent' murders, he has been able to sketch a psychological profile of the killer. Illus., Select Bibliog. and Index. 197pp. trade size softcover. Paul Harrison was a contributor to the Grey House Books publication 'Who Was Jack the Ripper? A Collection of Present-Day Theories and Observations'. F. with no creasing to covers.