| Once a Copper: The life and times of Brian `The Skull` Murphy Contributor(s): Petraitis, Vikki (Author) |
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ISBN: 0648066339 ISBN-13: 9780648066330 Publisher: Wild Dingo Press OUR PRICE: $20.28 Product Type: Paperback Published: February 2018 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - True Crime | Organized Crime - Biography & Autobiography | Law Enforcement |
| Physical Information: 0.66" H x 6" W x 9" (0.93 lbs) 314 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Once a copper, always a copper. At least that's how it seems for Brian 'The Skull' Murphy, long-retired but sought out by a trail of journalists and cops who regularly beat a path to his door. Once known as Australia's toughest cop, The Skull was both charged with manslaughter (and acquitted), then awarded a Valour Award for bravery in the line of duty. It is these two sides to the complex man that intrigue audiences to this day. Much has been written about The Skull's escapades, but few have explored the method behind the madness.
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Contributor Bio(s): Petraitis, Vikki: - Vikki Petraitis has written over a dozen Australian true crime books. Her best-selling book about Frankston serial killer, Paul Denyer, remains a classic in the genre. Her focus on the human element of crime has earned her multiple awards and accolades, and she is in demand as a speaker and teacher of creative writing. Petraitis is currently undertaking a PhD in Creative Writing. |