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Jack the Ripper A to Z, The (Begg et al.)
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Jack the Ripper A to Z, The (Begg et al.)
Author: Michael Rogers
Thursday, 19 November 1998 - 12:03 am |        | Begg, author of "Jack the Ripper: The Uncensored Facts," Fido, author of "The Crime, Detection, and Death of Jack the Ripper" and the "Murder Guide to London," and Skinner, author of "The Ripper Legacy" are the unholy trio of modern "Ripperologists." In this encyclopedia-style volume, they cover in detail every person, place, or thing that is in any way connected to the case. The book also contains 32 pages of photographs (some new) and illustrations of suspects, victims, and police data and is capped off with five indexes. Although much of the information is available in the numerous titles on the subject, including their own, the authors do present new material on a suspect that has only recently come to light. Though ghoulish, this is probably one of the best reference books of the year, and is certainly a volume that no armchair Ripperologist can do without. Highly recommended for all true crime collections.
Michael Rogers, "Library Journal" |
Author: Rotter
Saturday, 13 February 1999 - 12:52 pm | | The book is superb but the latest edition, in the US at least, is in a terrible mass market paperback format the doesn't wear well. When you consider how much you will use this book you must count on buying several copies, at $15.95 each.
High praise to the authors! But write to the publisher and complain about that format! |
Author: Christopher T. George
Saturday, 13 February 1999 - 06:20 pm | | Hi, folks:
For the first issue of the quarterly newsletter, "Ripper Notes" of Casebook Productions, Inc., due to appear this April, I will be conducting an interview with Paul Begg about "The Jack the Ripper A to Z." If any readers of Stephen Ryder's Casebook would like to contribute questions to be posed to Mr. Begg, please e-mail them to me at ChrisDonna@erols.com. You do not have to be a member of Casebook Productions, Inc., to submit questions for Mr. Begg, and frankly I would like a wide range of interesting questions to pose to him, so do not hesitate if you have any. Incidentally, Paul will also be the Guest of Honor at the first U.S. convention on Jack the Ripper scheduled for the Marriott in Park Ridge, New Jersey, on April 8-9, 2000. For more information on the convention, and the Call for Papers for the conference, as well as information on Casebook Productions, Inc., go to the front page of "Casebook: Jack the Ripper" and follow the link.
Chris George
Treasurer, Casebook Productions, Inc.
Vice-Editor, "Ripper Notes" |
Author: Jim Sedgwick
Wednesday, 03 March 1999 - 06:01 am | | A WONDERFUL BOOK! A HANDY REFFERENCE TOOL FOR ANYONE WHO IS SERIOUSLY INTERESTED IN THE CASE! Has been well thumbed by me in the past & will be well thumbed by me over and over again in the future!!!
Thankyou Gentlemen for this very handy volume!!! |
Author: Ashling
Saturday, 06 March 1999 - 10:25 am | | PAUL: Info please? Casebook > Suspects> Prince Eddy quotes p. 16 of JtR A-Z regarding Edouard VII, by Phillippe Jullien. In another royal's bio I found a reference to a Edward VII biography written by Sir Philip Magnus-Allcroft. Do you know if Magnus-Allcroft and Jullien are the same person? If so, is there any consensus by other authors, historians, etc. as to the credibility of Jullien's research methods?
I'm trying to tie up a loose thread that's nagging me & I want to know if I need to track down 1 book or 2 by different authors. I don't subscribe to the Royal Conspiracy theory (sigh - lots of juicy scandal to be read if it was true)... Perhaps I should post on another board my "common-sense" reason why I don't believe. It would be nice to start a discussion without it deteriorating into an argument, guess I need to work on my phrasing.
BTW, as I mentioned on another board, your Uncensored Facts was very helpful in letting me "experience" the atmosphere & attitudes of 1880s London. Also, in regards my quest for Trial of George Chapman - thanks for mentioning the vast price difference between Collector & Reader's copies. With help like yours, I may be able to afford all the books on my list by summer.
Thanks.
Take care,
Ashling |
Author: Nick B
Thursday, 25 January 2001 - 07:07 am | | Is the book availiable in Australia?
If so, what stores stock it.
Thanks |
Author: Paul Begg
Friday, 26 January 2001 - 04:10 am | | I'm not sure whether it is available in Australia, but you can try either Amazon or Bibliofind - http://www.bibliofind.com/
There are several editions though. The latest was a 1966 revision. |
Author: Guy Hatton
Friday, 26 January 2001 - 04:59 am | | Surely you mean 1996, Paul?
All the Best
Guy |
Author: Caroline Anne Morris
Friday, 26 January 2001 - 05:35 am | | Aaaah, how sweet. I'm trying to imagine Paul and Keith putting it together at such a tender age, with someone in the background shouting, "They think it's all over - it is now!"
Love,
Caz |
Author: Stuart Dall
Friday, 26 January 2001 - 08:05 am | | To Nick B (et al)
Hi,
I work at Minotaur Entertainment P/L in Melbourne (actually look after True Crime (amongst other things (Pokemon for example (kill me now)))) and am responsible for ordering whatever JTR books I can get my hands on - locally printed and imported items.
We have "Jack the Ripper A-Z" in stock right now for about OZ$25.
Call me Mon-Fri (9-5pm) on (03) 9670-5414
OR
Call our mail order department Tues-Fri (10-5)
OR
Email us: shop@minotaur.com.au
... and I'll/we'll arrange to send one to you - you know - after you pay for it and everything.
Regards
Stu. |
Author: Paul Begg
Saturday, 27 January 2001 - 02:52 am | | | Yes, I meant 1996. In 1966, of course, I was wearing short trousers and a school cap. Looking back I think that was a funny way to dress at the office... |
Author: Stuart Dall
Monday, 05 February 2001 - 03:11 am | | Wow - gee - sorry ...
I didn't mean to hammer a coffin nail into this post ...
I guess when you 'prostitute' your job on the 'Jack The Ripper' website you should expect a radical reaction - huh?
Stu. |
Author: Triston Marc Bunker
Sunday, 11 March 2001 - 12:18 pm | | Paul, Martin and Keith,
Are you three still updating as we speak ? For the Ripper observers this book is our "Bible".
The version I have at the moment is a '94 print. I can only presume an updated copy has come out since the first publication. It would be nice to know if you "incredible holy alliance" are still working on it.
Best to the three of you
Tris
Ps. Paul, I genuinley stand corrected on the use of the word "accurate". I just didn't think it through properly |
Author: Martin Fido
Sunday, 11 March 2001 - 03:06 pm | | As I said on another board, whether I participate in a further updating will depend entirely on a publisher commissionng one and paying for the work. It is hugely demanding and time-consuming, especially as we have to arrive at wording acceptable to all three of us. We agree that it's needed, and warn that if it happens we're likely to have to excise some old material to make room for the new information. So don't throw away your early editions with your Confederate money...!
Martin |
Author: Jesse Flowers
Thursday, 07 March 2002 - 03:39 pm | | Dear Sirs-
I noticed a small error in the 1996 edition which you may wish to correct if another revision is ever done. The entry under John Pizer lists the date of his testimony before the Chapman inquest as October 11, rather than September 12.
That said, allow me to say what a marvelous resource this book is for anyone interested in the Whitechapel murders. I can only hope that another updated version is produced with which to replace my well-worn copy!
All the best
AAA88 |
Author: Jack Traisson
Thursday, 07 March 2002 - 10:31 pm | | Hi Jesse,
I agree, we desperately need an update of this valuable resource book. I own every edition. I was hoping Eddleston's 'Encyclopedia' was going to be an excellent complimentary reference tool to go along with the 'A - Z', but was extremely disappointed by its brevity and reliance on secondary sources.
With all the new information that has come to light since 1996, and to correct the many mistakes that are to be found in the 'A -Z' (there are much larger ones than the one you mention, Jesse, like stating Kelly owed 30s back rent when it was actaully 29s), and to remove some of the bias. I mention these things not to be petty but because the Ripper community needs an accurate, up-to-date encyclopedia.
If Paul, Martin, or Keith are reading this -- Eddleston messed up! We need the Three Musketeers to cut through the crap; the Three Amigos to ride for truth; the Three ships of Columbus to set sail to the New World of JtR research; the Three Masons who... okay maybe we don't need the 'juwes'; but we need the Three Fossil Fuels to keep our imaginations burning and the lights to read the words of wisdom by; we need the Three Wise men to bring us knowledge, frankinscence, and myrrh; the Three Laws of Motion to keep us moving in the right direction; we need the Three Colors of Light to show us the full spectrum of JtR; the Three Tenors to sing the praises of primary souces (and I have always wanted to hear Begg/Fido/Skinner do their rendition of Screaming Lord Sutch); we need The Three...oh, you get the idea.
We want an update of the 'A - Z'.
Cheers,
John |
Author: Monty
Friday, 08 March 2002 - 08:03 am | | Hi,
Here, here Gentlemen...
Well done, well done !
Update, update !
Monty
Monty
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Author: Christopher-Michael DiGrazia
Friday, 08 March 2002 - 04:22 pm | | Well, gentlemen, were you regular subscribers to "Ripper Notes," you would know that a fourth edition of the A-Z does seem to be on the cards. As noted in the April 2002 issue, Paul was kind enough to inform me that he, Martin and Keith are in the process of clearing their connections with Headline and negotiating with another publisher. Should all go well and the Holy Trinity of Ripperology find the time on their schedules, we should certainly expect a new A-Z.
And of course, Paul's new book "JTR: The Victorian Mystery" is due out in November. Orders are already being taken on Amazon.co.uk.
As well, the marketing manager of the PRO e-mailed me today with information on the latest project from the fertile hands of Stewart Evans and Keith Skinner - a "Ripper document pack" featuring reproductions of some of the most famous documents concerning the case held by the PRO and with an introductory essay by Stewart and Keith. I do not know how much it will cost, but it will be on sale at the end of May.
So get your cash ready.
CMD |
Author: Jack Traisson
Friday, 08 March 2002 - 05:59 pm | | Good News, CMD,
I am a subsciber to Ripper Notes but have yet to receive the April 2002 issue. I still have Sickert's face from the January issue staring back at me.
Which brings me to a question for the editor. Why does the short booklet 'Der Teuful von Whitechapel' (containing only 13 pages of English text, discounting the introduction) get a 5 1/2 column review, while 'Jack The Ripper And The London Press' only receives three columns?
Just wondering. Don't take it personally; I have criticisms of each issue of all four Ripper magazines. The last issue of Ripperana (#39), for example, states erroneously on page 1 that no film about Lizzie Borden has yet been made.
Anyway, thanks for the most excellent news on the book front, and keep up the fine work on 'Ripper Notes' -- you're doing an exemplary job. I look forward to the April issue.
Cheers,
John |
Author: Christopher-Michael DiGrazia
Saturday, 09 March 2002 - 02:18 pm | | John - sorry about that! I meant the JANUARY issue of RN, which does mention a new A-Z (so those of you who wish to berate Your Mistaken Editor may do so now).
With regards to reviews - the Perry review was written by myself, and said what I thought pertinent to say, but I would certainly suggest John Omlor's review in the February "Ripperologist" for a full in-depth treatment of the book. The review of "Teufel," could, I believe, have been tightened up, but when people are unhappy with certain books, I like to give them ample room to vent (so long as it isn't personal criticism, which is never welcome). I suppose that's not much of an answer for you, but sometimes we editors just struggle along. . .
Thanks for subscribing,
CMD |
Author: Jack Traisson
Saturday, 09 March 2002 - 04:46 pm | | Thanks CMD,
To be honest, I didn't expect any answer at all. The one you provided was more than adequate. By the way, I quite enjoyed Mosley's essay 'Dressed To Kill'. Looking forward to the next issue -- as always.
Cheers,
John |
Author: Chris Jd
Sunday, 10 March 2002 - 05:23 am | | Jack Traisson:
The over-length of the Teufel-review was my fault.
I take the blame. Sorry.
Christian |
Author: Jack Traisson
Monday, 11 March 2002 - 04:24 am | | Hi Christian,
You certainly did get wrapped up with endless examples of various translated passages. You definitely can't be faulted for being thorough,
however.
I appreciate the honest responses from you and CMD. It was not only courteous but professional.
All the best,
John |
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