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Anatomy of Evil
Published by Prometheus
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
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About The Book
"The nature of the crimes, the sheer depth of evil makes this as terrifying a read as any thriller and worse, the villains are real." — Monsters and Critics.com
For centuries, evil has been the domain of philosophers and priests. Now, science finally reveals its true anatomy.
Drawing from over 600 criminal cases, Stone unveils a groundbreaking 22-level hierarchy of evil behavior, examining how narcissism and aggression drive the most disturbing acts in human history. This isn't just theory—it's a practical tool that could help predict and prevent violent behavior before it takes root.
As the host of Discovery Channel's "Most Evil" and a distinguished Columbia University professor, Stone brings unprecedented clarity to humanity's darkest mystery. His research offers hope that by understanding evil's origins, we might one day prevent its worst manifestations.
Praised by experts and cited in major media worldwide, this essential work transforms our understanding of human nature's darkest side.
"Psychiatrist Stone...provides an etymology of evil with case studies of over 600 violent criminals, giving readers a comprehensive picture of the nature and varieties of human evil.... useful to those seeking the neurological and psychiatric reasons people commit 'evil' crimes."—Library Journal
For centuries, evil has been the domain of philosophers and priests. Now, science finally reveals its true anatomy.
Drawing from over 600 criminal cases, Stone unveils a groundbreaking 22-level hierarchy of evil behavior, examining how narcissism and aggression drive the most disturbing acts in human history. This isn't just theory—it's a practical tool that could help predict and prevent violent behavior before it takes root.
As the host of Discovery Channel's "Most Evil" and a distinguished Columbia University professor, Stone brings unprecedented clarity to humanity's darkest mystery. His research offers hope that by understanding evil's origins, we might one day prevent its worst manifestations.
Praised by experts and cited in major media worldwide, this essential work transforms our understanding of human nature's darkest side.
"Psychiatrist Stone...provides an etymology of evil with case studies of over 600 violent criminals, giving readers a comprehensive picture of the nature and varieties of human evil.... useful to those seeking the neurological and psychiatric reasons people commit 'evil' crimes."—Library Journal
Product Details
- Publisher: Prometheus (November 7, 2017)
- Length: 496 pages
- ISBN13: 9781633883352
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Raves and Reviews
""True crime readers and those interested in learning more about the possible motivations of torturers and deranged killers will want to give this a look....The nature of the crimes, the sheer depth of evil makes this as terrifying a read as any thriller and worse, the villains are real." --Monsters and Critics.com “Psychiatrist Stone...provides an etymology of evil with case studies of over 600 violent criminals, giving readers a comprehensive picture of the nature and varieties of human evil.... useful to those seeking the neurological and psychiatric reasons people commit 'evil' crimes." --Library Journal “This book is well researched and thorough, and Dr. Stone hopes that it will help us understand and judge the criminals whose criminal impulses cause such terrible suffering." --Sacramento Book Review“This excellent study of evil and forensic psychiatry will be valuable to anyone interested in why people commit evil acts. Recommended. All readers." --Choice “This is a very readable book...these pages prompted a good deal of reflection and conversation. In this spirit, I would recommend the book to you."--American Journal of Psychiatry
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