About the Book: Murderland explores the terrifying rise of serial killers like Ted Bundy, the Green River Killer, and the Hillside Strangler in the Pacific Northwest during the 1970s and 80s. Caroline Fraser investigates a chilling connection between this epidemic of violent crime and widespread environmental pollution from toxic smelters in the region. This gripping true crime and investigative journalism book reveals how lead, arsenic, and copper contamination may have contributed to the minds of some of America’s most infamous murderers. Blending crime history with environmental science, Murderland offers a profound look into the dark intersection of pollution and violence. A must-read for fans of true crime, environmental studies, and forensic investigation.
