Manson: The Life and Times of Charles Manson

by Jeff Guinn

in a city that had long ago waived most moral or legal limits for the famous, their philosophy was “We’re us, there are no rules, we get to do this.”

Not a new idea!

Charlie’s musical skills were the best thing about him.

She realized that his interest in people was dictated by what they might be able to do for him. When he wanted to be, no one was more charming or persuasive than little Charlie.

Charlie spent the rest of his time at Terminal Island thinking about what he would do next—thanks to all he gleaned from imprisoned pimps and Dale Carnegie, he had a plan.

Diverse sources lead to original thinking!?

Charlie stressed that everyone had all the proof that they needed—Revelation and the White Album.