• Jack the Ripper

  • By: iMinds
  • Narrated by: Jude Beaumont
  • Length: 8 mins
  • 4.0 out of 5 stars (59 ratings)

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Jack the Ripper

By: iMinds
Narrated by: Jude Beaumont
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Perhaps history's most infamous serial killer, Jack the Ripper remains a continued source of intrigue for authors, historians, and forensic scientists. Indeed, the elusive assailant has assumed an almost legendary, superhuman status in the public's psyche, and yet little is known about him. Jude Beaumont leads this iMinds inquiry into the brutal 1888 murders of five impoverished London prostitutes. The television actress draws on chilling source material, including the three letters supposedly sent by the killer to the London Central News Agency, among them the infamous "From Hell" letter, wherein he claims to have eaten one of his victim's kidneys. Beaumont strikes a chilling, but inquisitive tone, as she examines over a century's worth of investigations, conspiracy theories, and fictional representations that form Ripper's legacy.

Publisher's summary

Learn about the crimes of Jack The Ripper with iMinds insightful audio knowledge series.

In late 1888, a series of brutal murders took place in the impoverished Whitechapel district of London. At least five women were attacked. The killer liked slitting the throat of the victims. The victims’ abdomens were then sliced and several organs were removed. This serial killer became known as Jack the Ripper. Jack the Ripper’s killing spree is believed to have ended with the murder of Mary Jane Kelly on 9th November 1888. But no one can be certain that Jack the Ripper never killed again, because he was never caught.

Perfect to listen to while commuting, exercising, shopping or cleaning the house.. iMinds brings knowledge to your MP3 with 8 minute information segments to whet your mental appetite and broaden your mind.

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"I'm learning all sorts of stuff about stuff I didn't even know I didn't know. And it sticks. In a nutshell: wonderful." (Jonathon Margolis, Financial Times)

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Good Summary if you’re looking to familiarize yourself with the case

It’s a very good in-depth overview of the Jack the Ripper case and victims. Not a lot of in-depth information, theories, or lesser known knowledge. But good to familiarize yourself.

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interesting

Is there anything you would change about this book?

No, perfect for someone that only wants a resume of the whole ripper saga

Would you be willing to try another book from iMinds? Why or why not?

yes

What does Jude Beaumont bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Calme voice with a charming accent

Could you see Jack the Ripper being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?

yes. Sean Connery as a menber of the Queen's relative. Timoty Dalton as the Ripper

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No

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Not as good as others

This was shorter than I thought it would be and left me wanting more information. Sadly other books that I found were just as lacking or far too much of an opinion base rather than based on historical fact.

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Wow

Great job on the book, gives new insight to the legend and what he left behind.

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Short

I found this audiobook to short would have like more informative information. The performance was superb.

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