Several biographies and investigative books about **Harold Shipman**, the British doctor who became one of the most notorious serial killers in history, exist. Here are some key books about him: ### **1. *Harold Shipman: Prescription for Murder* (2000)** - **By Brian Whittle & Jean Ritchie** - One of the earliest and most detailed accounts of Shipman’s crimes, based on police investigations and court records. ### **2. *Shipman: The Inside Story* (2002)** - **By David Berridge (Forensic Psychologist)** - Explores Shipman’s psychology, motives, and how he evaded detection for so long. ### **3. *Harold Shipman: Mind Set on Murder* (2007)** - **By Carol Anne Davis** - A psychological profile of Shipman, examining his background, personality, and possible narcissistic/sociopathic traits. ### **4. *The Shipman Files: A Very British Crime Story* (2021)** - **By Donal MacIntyre (TV Journalist & Investigator)** - Based on the BBC documentary series, this book revisits the case with new insights and interviews. ### **5. *Beyond Belief: The Harold Shipman Story* (2005)** - **By Ralph Arliss** - Focuses on the failures of the medical system that allowed Shipman to kill unchecked. ### **Official Reports:** - **The Shipman Inquiry (2002–2005)** - A massive government-led investigation into his crimes, available online. ### **Where to Find These Books:** - **Amazon, AbeBooks, or eBay** (some are out of print but available secondhand). - **True crime sections** in libraries. - **Documentaries** (e.g., *Harold Shipman: Doctor Death* on Channel 5). `Concepts:` `Knowledge Base:`