Dave Cullen
Definitely anything external.
It's been 26 years, and I can't recall what happened 17 minutes in. I think they left the library, correct? If so, we have no way of knowing for sure, but yes, all the experts I consulted*, it's highly likely that Eric got bored, as psychopaths do.
* I worked with some of the top experts in the world, most brought in to the case by the FBI, so they knew it well. This included Dr. Robert Hare, who literally wrote the book on psychopathy, and created the current definition/conception of what it is, including the famous Psychopathy Checklist. I spent a few hours with him, and discussed this very situation at length. Very little doubt in his mind.
It's been 26 years, and I can't recall what happened 17 minutes in. I think they left the library, correct? If so, we have no way of knowing for sure, but yes, all the experts I consulted*, it's highly likely that Eric got bored, as psychopaths do.
* I worked with some of the top experts in the world, most brought in to the case by the FBI, so they knew it well. This included Dr. Robert Hare, who literally wrote the book on psychopathy, and created the current definition/conception of what it is, including the famous Psychopathy Checklist. I spent a few hours with him, and discussed this very situation at length. Very little doubt in his mind.
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Patrick Lewis
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Hi Dave, First of all, your book is absolutely RIVETING. It also gave me wholly new insights into the mindset of a mass shooter and the complexities of such a case, and what a fascinating case it is. On craft, your book is masterfully structured. How did you arrive at the structure? Was it hard? Was it natural/instinctual? You just seemed to always go to the next best place with it; well interwoven, never dull.
Liz
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Dave Cullen:
Hi Dave! -I am unsure when Soldiers First is set to come out. Some places say 2022 and some say 2020. -What did you think of Sue Klebold's book? I am halfway through it now, really enjoying it, but curious of your opinion. -Why, in your opinion, do you think the Harris family has never spoken publicly? They are of course welcome to their privacy but wanted your researched opinion.
Melanie
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Dave Cullen:
After reading "Columbine," I starting viewing Eric and Dylan as humans rather than monsters they are portrayed in the media. I also greatly empathized with their parents, particularly the Klebolds. Have you read, or will you read, Sue Klebold's book "A Mother's Reckoning"?
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