Rare Book of the Day – Helter Skelter, Vincent Bugliosi and Curt Gentry. First Edition.
Helter Skelter, Vincent Bugliosi and Curt Gentry. First Edition.
Here we have a true crime classic. In fact, Helter Skelter is the bestselling true crime book in history. Published in 1974, it details the investigation, arrest and prosecution of Charles Manson and his followers for the infamous 1969 murders. Vincent Bugliosi was the prosecuting attorney, so his insight affords a fascinating first-hand glimpse into the trial that captured the nation's attention and put an end to the sixties utopian dream. It's a great book, and I wholeheartedly recommend it. Also, rumor has it that Quentin Tarantino may be making a film about the Manson murders! This is the first printing :
Bugliosi at the Manson trial:
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Highly rEsteemed!
I've read it so many times I practically know it by heart. The same with Ann Rule's "The Stranger Beside Me."
It's so good!
He also wrote "And the Sea Will Tell" about 20 years later. Another good one.