The Ultimate Evil

Discover 'The Ultimate Evil', the gripping true-crime cult classic that dives deep into the chilling events surrounding the infamous Son of Sam murders. Authored by renowned journalist Maury Terry, this compelling trade paperback resurrects Terry's groundbreaking investigation, shedding light on the dark and twisted connections between a Yonkers-based cult and a series of ritual murders across America. With 544 pages of thorough research and unsettling revelations, this book also served as the inspiration for the Netflix docuseries 'The Sons of Sam: A Descent into Darkness'. Explore the shocking details surrounding David Berkowitz's conviction for the Son of Sam killings and the unanswered questions that still loom today. 'The Ultimate Evil' not only presents Terry's compelling theories but also unveils the intersections of power, wealth, and malevolence in American society from the Summer of Sam to contemporary times. Perfect for true crime enthusiasts and those intrigued by ritualistic crimes, this enthralling read offers free shipping, ensuring that you can easily dive into this dark investigation. Immerse yourself in the enigma of evil with 'The Ultimate Evil' and discover why this book continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781683692843
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Pages: 544


Description:
The true-crime cult classic that inspired the Netflix docuseries The Sons of Sam- A Descent into Darkness and a companion podcast, The Ultimate Evil follows journalist Maury Terry's decades-long investigation into the terrifying truth behind the Son of Sam murders.

On August 10, 1977, the NYPD arrested David Berkowitz for the Son of Sam murders that had terrorized New York City for over a year. Berkowitz confessed to shooting sixteen people and killing six with a .44 caliber Bulldog revolver, and the case was officially closed.

Journalist Maury Terry was suspicious of Berkowitz's confession. Spurred by conflicting witness descriptions of the killer and clues overlooked in the investigation, Terry was convinced Berkowitz didn't act alone. Meticulously gathering evidence for a decade, he released his findings in the first edition of The Ultimate Evil. Based upon the evidence he had uncovered, Terry theorized that the Son of Sam attacks were masterminded by a Yonkers-based cult that was responsible for other ritual murders across the country.

After Terry's death in 2015, documentary filmmaker Josh Zeman (Cropsey, The Killing Season, Murder Mountain) was given access to Terry's files, which form the basis of his docuseries with Netflix and a companion podcast. Taken together with The Ultimate Evil, which includes a new introduction by Zeman, these works reveal the stunning intersections of power, wealth, privilege, and evil in America-from the Summer of Sam until today.
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