Without Conscience: The Disturbing World of the Psychopaths Among Us
Robert D. Hare, PhD
Aug 2011 · Tantor Media Inc · Narrated by Paul Boehmer
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Most people are both repelled and intrigued by the images of cold-blooded, conscienceless murderers that increasingly populate our movies, television programs, and newspaper headlines. With their flagrant criminal violation of society's rules, serial killers like Ted Bundy and John Wayne Gacy are among the most dramatic examples of the psychopath. Individuals with this personality disorder are fully aware of the consequences of their actions and know the difference between right and wrong, yet they are terrifyingly self-centered, remorseless, and unable to care about the feelings of others. Perhaps most frightening, they often seem completely normal to unsuspecting targets. Presenting a compelling portrait of these dangerous men and women based on 25 years of distinguished scientific research, Dr. Robert D. Hare vividly describes a world of con artists, hustlers, rapists, and other predators who charm, lie, and manipulate their way through life. Are psychopaths mad, or simply bad? How can they be recognized? And how can we protect ourselves? This book provides solid information and surprising insights for anyone seeking to understand this devastating condition.
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Terry Williams
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June 21, 2022
For 10 years I was married to a psychopath my friend Grantley Gibbons introduced me to this book and spoke to me for hours and hours including his father he used to work in the psych ward this book has been a lifesaver literally help me to make complete sense and went back to school took psychology and now I get the evil that I divorced she has since remarried the second guy that she cheated on me with what a nightmare she got primary custody of the kids and I'm stuck cleaning up the mess
Tammi Brown
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November 18, 2019
An absolutely amazing read! I've listened to it many times over!
Michael Schell
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June 21, 2024
very good, though dated
About the author
Robert D. Hare, PhD, is the author of Without Conscience and the creator of the standard tool for diagnosing psychopathy.
Paul Boehmer is a seasoned actor who has appeared on Broadway, film, and television, including The Thomas Crown Affair and All My Children. Coinciding with another of his passions, sci-fi, Paul has been cast in various roles in many episodes of Star Trek.
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