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Book

Richard Ramirez : the Night Stalker

Call Number

  • 364.1523 MOON TEEN (CEN)

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Publication Information

Minneapolis, Minnesota : Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing, [2025]

Physical Description

112 pages illustrations (some color) 24 cm

Audience

Grades 6-12.

Summary

Richard Ramirez dives into the frightening story of a killer who terrorized California during the 1980s. It discusses Ramirez's early life, the public's fear during his crime spree, and the hunt for this ruthless killer. Features include a glossary, a timeline, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Contents

  • A killing spree begins
  • A violent home
  • Escalating violence
  • A city gripped by fear
  • Attacks in San Francisco
  • A break in the case
  • Capturing the killer
  • Trial and conviction
  • Life and death behind bars.

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