The Criminal Mind: Gripping Encounters with Serial Killers and True Crime

Explore the darkest corners of the human psyche with Dr. Duncan Harding, a leading forensic psychiatrist, in "The Criminal Mind." This compelling book delves into the motivations and minds of Britain's most notorious criminals, offering a unique and often shocking perspective on the nature of crime and the individuals who commit it.

Shortlisted for the CWA ALCS Gold Dagger for Non-Fiction 2025, this work is praised for its incisive analysis and gripping narrative. Dr. Harding, who has faced psychopaths and navigated the complexities of mental states in legal proceedings, shares his experiences and insights into why individuals commit inexplicable acts.

The book examines cases ranging from arson to murder, driven by visions or forgotten actions, all bound by the question: Why?

Key Features:

• Forensic insights into the minds of serial killers and notorious criminals.
• Explores the psychological factors behind inexplicable crimes.
• Authored by Dr. Duncan Harding, a leading forensic psychiatrist.
• Shortlisted for the CWA ALCS Gold Dagger for Non-Fiction 2025.
• Offers a journey into the criminal mind, drawing from real-life case studies.

Specifications:

• Author: Dr Duncan Harding
• Binding: Paperback
• Publisher: Penguin
• Publication Date: 8 May 2025
• Language: English
• Page Count: 400 pages
• Dimensions: 13 x 2.5 x 19.8 cm
• Weight: 279 g
• ISBN-10: 1405945613
• ISBN-13: 978-1405945615

"The Criminal Mind" is an essential read for anyone interested in forensic psychology, true crime, and the complexities of the human mind. Dr. Harding's work provides a penetrating and moving account that is both informative and profoundly compelling.