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Helter Skelter : The True Story Of The Manson Murders
Helter Skelter The True Story Of The Manson Murders
Author: Vincent Bugliosi, Curt Gentry
A national bestseller—7 million copies sold. Prosecuting attorney in the Manson trial, Vincent Bugliosi held a unique insider's position in one of the most baffling and horrifying cases of the twentieth century: the cold-blooded Tate-LaBianca murders carried out by Charles Manson and four of his followers. What motivated Manson in hi...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780553574357
ISBN-10: 0553574353
Publication Date: 8/1/1995
Pages: 736
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4.1 stars, based on 47 ratings
Publisher: Bantam
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio Cassette, Audio CD
Members Wishing: 4
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shanna71 avatar reviewed Helter Skelter : The True Story Of The Manson Murders on + 145 more book reviews
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I don't like Mr. Bugliosi's books normally. I have found other Manson Family accounts , such as "The Family" , to be much more informative and unbiased. You must remember that Mr. Bugliosi's account is biased as he was the prosecuting attorney. If you want a factual , unbiased account, I highly encourage you to read "The Family" as well. Not that I believe this was a peaceful group, lol, quite the contrary. If you are interested in Mason Family accounts, you have way more options other than Mr. Bugliosi's.
scrapbooklady avatar reviewed Helter Skelter : The True Story Of The Manson Murders on + 472 more book reviews
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Prosecutor Vincent Bugliosi wrote this tale of true crime back in 1974 and even after 33 years, "Helter Skelter" remains a true crime classic. The book is over 700 pages and dissects not only the crimes, but also Charles Manson's background and the Family's various travels and journeys, including run-ins with the law prior to the infamous nights in question. The trial is also covered, which could be in excruciating detail for some.
Even with the glorification of violence today, "Helter Skelter" remains a true story that is so frightening because it could have happened anywhere, to anyone.
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daylily77 avatar reviewed Helter Skelter : The True Story Of The Manson Murders on + 236 more book reviews
Manson was seriously twisted. I had to stop reading to listen to The White Album. Revolution 9 messes with your head when you listen to it with headphones on. Never a dull moment in the novel. Well written.
lgrigsby17 avatar reviewed Helter Skelter : The True Story Of The Manson Murders on + 4 more book reviews
This is a great book. Possibly the best true crime/trial book ive ever read, and I am a picky reader. Vincent Bugliosi is a wonderful writer. Not one part did I feel like I wanted to skim over or skip. He gives you so much information, but in a way thats easy to understand. Alot of books that have numerous key people are confusing, not this one. If you like true crime or trial books, (even more so if you have a Manson fascination), this is a MUST read.
reviewed Helter Skelter : The True Story Of The Manson Murders on + 122 more book reviews
This was a pretty good true crime book. Made me realize that Manson was truely a scary person and still is.
reviewed Helter Skelter : The True Story Of The Manson Murders on + 2 more book reviews
Mind blowing.
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A great description of the tragic events that occured to Sharon Tate and her unborn child. Pictures and an in depth look at the murders by the crazed Manson family. Very interesting.
reviewed Helter Skelter : The True Story Of The Manson Murders on + 33 more book reviews
I learned a lot about the Manson Murders from reading this book. It really tells a lot about what happened.

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