Kindle Unlimited
Unlimited reading. Over 4 million titles. Learn more
Read for Free
OR
Kindle Price: $3.99

Promotions apply when you purchase

These promotions will be applied to this item:

Some promotions may be combined; others are not eligible to be combined with other offers. For details, please see the Terms & Conditions associated with these promotions.

Read with our free app
You've subscribed to ! We will preorder your items within 24 hours of when they become available. When new books are released, we'll charge your default payment method for the lowest price available during the pre-order period.
Update your device or payment method, cancel individual pre-orders or your subscription at
Your Memberships & Subscriptions

Buy for others

Give as a gift or purchase for a team or group.
Learn more

Buying and sending eBooks to others

  1. Select quantity
  2. Buy and send eBooks
  3. Recipients can read on any device

These ebooks can only be redeemed by recipients in the US. Redemption links and eBooks cannot be resold.
Kindle app logo image

Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required.

Read instantly on your browser with Kindle for Web.

Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app.

QR code to download the Kindle App

Amazon book clubs early access
Loading your book clubs
There was a problem loading your book clubs. Please try again.
Not in a club? Learn more
Amazon book clubs early access

Join or create book clubs

Choose books together

Track your books
Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free.
Explore Amazon Book Clubs

Follow the author

Guy Hadleigh
Follow
Something went wrong. Please try your request again later.

TRUE TALES OF MURDER & MAYHEM: Chilling Stories of Crimes and Investigations - Volume #1 Kindle Edition

by GUY HADLEIGH (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 24 ratings
See all formats and editions
TRUE TALES OF MURDER & MAYHEM - VOLUME #1
(Edition #2. Updated and corrected 28th Feb 2024)
*MURDEROUS FAMILIES
The process of growing up as part of a small family group prepares a child to take a constructive part in the world. But when a family turns to crime together, there seems to be no limit to their ambition. This is clearly seen in the case of the Bender family. Kate Bender would charm the travellers who stopped at their house for a meal cooked by her mother. The men of the family then killed, robbed and buried them, sharing out the proceeds. The trial is of the Manson "family" for the brutal murders of Sharon Tate and her friends. It was the longest and most expensive in American legal history up till that time.

*PARENT KILLERS
It is the one thing that parents believe could never happen - that their son or daughter, on whom they have lavished such love and attention - could one day turn against them, and even plan their murder. But, parent killing, or parricide, is one of the oldest crimes, and one which has concerned psychiatrists and psychoanalysts for many years. Possibly the most notorious instance of parent killing is the crime allegedly committed with an axe by Lizzie Borden, who "gave her mother forty whacks... and gave her father forty one". Sidney Fox goes on trial for deciding to dispose of his mother by burning her to death once she had outlived her usefulness as a partner in crime.

*VITAL CLUES
There is little more fascinating to criminologists and lawmen than the discovery and interpretation of clues - especially the 'Vital Clues' which can lead to the arrest, trial and conviction of the wrongdoer. In Vital Clues we examine such phenomena in fact and fiction. In the intriguing case - The House of the Rising Sun - a postcard was the only tangible clue in the murder of a young North London Prostitute. The trial - Death Wore a Gold Chain - follows the killing of a young mother on the beach at an English seaside resort. Her gold chain, a beach-photographer's picture and a laundry mark were the vital clues which led to the conviction and hanging - of her own husband.

*FIRERAISERS
For decades psychiatrists and criminologists have tried to understand the twisted workings of the mind of the fireraiser, or the arsonist - the person who sets fire to a building deliberately, and then gets a sexual and sometimes an aesthetic thrill from the conflagration. The sexual element is thoroughly explored, in which the history of fire and arson from the ancient Greeks to the pyromaniacs of today is traced. Fire has been raised for more than just physical "kicks". It has been used by murderers in the hope of destroying the remains of their victims, as in the case of A. A. Rouse, a bigamist, whose plans misfired. The trial puts the owners of a Manhattan garment factory in the dock. Their negligent fire precautions resulted in the agonising deaths of 146 workers in a factory fire.

*KILLED ON DUTY
No criminal in his right mind would want to kill a policeman. He knows that, if he does, the dead man's colleagues will work night and day, month in month out, to bring him to trial. The public feels an almost equal horror at the murder of a policeman, as can be seen from the support given to appeals for a victim's widow and family. In this issue we trace the history of the men in blue who have been killed on duty. The case is that of PC Gutteridge, who, in 1927, was gunned down at close range by two men whose car he stopped in a quiet country lane. Both attackers hanged. Nationwide controversy attended the trial of Derek Bentley and Christopher Craig, after PC Miles had been shot in a warehouse robbery; and although Bentley hanged, the death penalty was abolished soon after in the UK.

ORDER YOUR COPY NOW!
Previous page
  1. Book 1 of 3
    MURDER & MAYHEM
  2. Print length
    174 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Sticky notes
    On Kindle Scribe
  5. Publication date
    February 7, 2024
  6. File size
    4540 KB
  7. Page Flip
    Enabled
  8. Word Wise
    Enabled
  9. Enhanced typesetting
    Enabled
  10. See all details
Next page
Add a debit or credit card to save time when you check out
Convenient and secure with 2 clicks. Add your card
More like TRUE TALES OF MURDER & MAYHEM: Chilling Stories of Crimes and Investigations - Volume #1
Page 1 of 1Start overPage 1 of 1
Previous page
  6. Practice to Deceive
    Kindle Edition
    $1.99
  10. 18 Crimes: Volume One
    Kindle Edition
    $0.99
  20. Murder Tales: Murder At Christmas
    Kindle Edition
    $5.99
  27. Hell Hath No Fury 13
    Kindle Edition
    $0.99
  29. A Fever in the Heart
    Kindle Edition
    $7.99
Next page
Loading...

From the Publisher

Guy Hadleigh True Crime Stories

Header for Guy Hadleigh True Crime Stories

Historical True Crime Stories From Around The World

Enter the gripping world of true crime with Guy Hadleigh, an established author of more than 50 books and hundreds of crime stories specializing in historical, nearly forgotten and infamous crimes and trials. Guy's books are a treasure trove of riveting tales, from notorious serial killers to shocking true crime tales of escaping the gallows, deadly dual personalities, gruesome luggage murders, assassinations, and treasonous betrayals. Explore the minds of criminals and unravel mysteries with insightful details on criminal psychology and behavior. Discover meticulously researched books that delve into crimes from around the world. Whether you're a true crime enthusiast or a curious reader, Guy's books offer a captivating journey through the darker side of human nature. Fan favorites include the 6 book British Killer series and the Infamous True Crimes and Trials series.

Popular Series from Guy Hadleigh

Murder and Mayhem Series

British Killers Series

Infamous True Crimes and Trials Series

Murder & Mayhem Series

The "Murder & Mayhem" series by Guy Hadleigh is a gripping anthology of true crime, exploring the darkest corners of human nature across three volumes. Volume 1 reveals familial crimes, arsonists, and sacrifices of law enforcement, and explores the complex psychology of horrific murder within the family unit and the courageous stories of those who fell in the line of duty. Volume 2 journeys through historical crimes, from Victorian slayings to military murders, showcasing the depth of human depravity across different eras. Volume 3 presents tales of criminals who narrowly escaped the hangman's noose, dual personality murderers, mysterious and brutal 'left luggage' murders, and the intersecting fates of royalty and their assassins, culminating in a chilling exploration of treason. This series uncovers the horrifying yet fascinating true stories behind some of histories most notorious crimes and investigations.

British Killers Series

The British Killers series investigates 54 chilling true crime stories from the UK, showcasing a spectrum of heinous acts and the ingenious detective work that brought the perpetrators to justice. This compilation spans a variety of cases, from the cold efficiency of hired killers in "The Hitman" to the grim mystery of "The Towpath Murders" and the revolutionary "The First Murders Solved by DNA," marking a milestone in forensic science. It narrates tales of murder in "The New Forest Massacre," explores the darkness of a child's capacity for murder in "Mary Bell - The Child Who Killed," and unravels a horrifying chain of crimes in "Operation Orchid," .

Infamous True Crimes and Trials Series

The Infamous True Crimes and Trials series enters the dark corridors of human depravity, presenting a meticulously researched anthology spanning three volumes. Each volume unravels a tapestry of sociopathic killers, sadists, swindlers, and merciless mobsters, bringing to light the most sinister criminal acts in history. From the bloodlust of John George Haigh, "The Acid Bath Blood Drinker," to the chilling exploits of Peter Kürten, "The Vampire of Düsseldorf," the series journeys across continents and centuries, exposing the heinous crimes that have haunted humanity. It charts psychological profiles, breakthrough investigations and dramatic courtroom battles.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CTQC2TD2
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 7, 2024
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4540 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 174 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 24 ratings

About the author

Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations.
Guy Hadleigh

Guy Hadleigh

Brief content visible, double tap to read full content.
Full content visible, double tap to read brief content.

Originally from the UK I moved to Thailand over 17 years ago - great food, weather and people. As for my career, well most of it is behind me now, but I've spent time in the military and traveled extensively. Although still working for a living I have plenty of spare time. It's too hot to work out as much as I used to, and I don't like alcohol enough to become an expert drinker, (although admit to enjoying the occasional cold beer or three :-)

I began writing true crime stories a few years ago and have since become totally absorbed by the subject. I hope you find it as fascinating as me and enjoy my books. www.guyhadleigh.com

Customer reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars
3.9 out of 5
24 global ratings

Top reviews from the United States

There are 0 reviews and 4 ratings from the United States

Top reviews from other countries

Stephen
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 29, 2024
Verified Purchase
I love these books and usually you learn from them , thankyou very much
Report
Maureen
4.0 out of 5 stars True Stories
Reviewed in Australia on March 13, 2024
Verified Purchase
Have read better true crime storis. This one was mostly last century. I t is a good read if you like true crime.
Report
Kat27
1.0 out of 5 stars Typos, missing text, etc.
Reviewed in Australia on February 25, 2024
Verified Purchase
Unreadable due to constant typos, formatting errors, punctuation errors, and missing text. The text that you can read is written in a bland and boring manner that seems like copy and paste from other sources.
Customer image
Kat27
1.0 out of 5 stars Typos, missing text, etc.
Reviewed in Australia on February 25, 2024
Unreadable due to constant typos, formatting errors, punctuation errors, and missing text. The text that you can read is written in a bland and boring manner that seems like copy and paste from other sources.
Images in this review
Customer image
Customer image
Report
Report an issue

Does this item contain inappropriate content?
Report
Do you believe that this item violates a copyright?
Report
Does this item contain quality or formatting issues?
Report