Famous killers have often helped revive interest in or bring attention to certain novels that inspired them, from Charles Manson to Ted Bundy.
The book that may have inspired the alleged UnitedHealthcare CEO murdered to etch his bullets with words has shot up the bestseller list, marking another alleged killer seemingly inspired by literature.Luigi Mangione, who has been charged with CEO Brian Thompson's murder in New York City, has made all sorts of headlines as he takes on a folk hero-like status across the United States for some, with many turning him into a symbol of their frustrations with health insurance companies.
He loved the book so much that he appeared to emulate Conrad's style, which led to his downfall.When investigators published the Unabomber's writings in newspapers, hoping someone might recognize the style, Kaczynski's brother instantly recognized Conrad's fingerprints and his brother's own twists. He reported his suspicions to the authorities, who arrested Kaczynski and later proved his guilt.
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