Jack the Ripper is probably the most notorious serial killer of all. In 1888, he murdered five prostitutes in four months in the miserable Whitechapel district of London. He cut their throats and mutilated them with a rare violence; his final victim was literally cut to pieces. Despite a long police effort, he was never apprehended.
Conspiracy theories regarding the identity of the Ripper have attempted to explain his identity and continue to interest hundreds of 'Ripperologists'; some even hint at a cover-up involving members of the Royal Family. Countless books and films have appeared on the subject, each offering a solution to an enigma which now seems likely to elude us forever.
The Conspiracy Files series lifts the lid on some of the world's most notorious mysteries, unexplained events and possible conspiracies. The narrative examines the accepted version of events, considers their veracity, and investigates the potential for conspiracy and cover-up.
There are a total of eight books in the Conspiracy Files series, with multi-book bundles comprising four books offering the best value for money.
Conspiracy theories regarding the identity of the Ripper have attempted to explain his identity and continue to interest hundreds of 'Ripperologists'; some even hint at a cover-up involving members of the Royal Family. Countless books and films have appeared on the subject, each offering a solution to an enigma which now seems likely to elude us forever.
The Conspiracy Files series lifts the lid on some of the world's most notorious mysteries, unexplained events and possible conspiracies. The narrative examines the accepted version of events, considers their veracity, and investigates the potential for conspiracy and cover-up.
There are a total of eight books in the Conspiracy Files series, with multi-book bundles comprising four books offering the best value for money.
