Michael Cannell

Michael Cannell is an American author and journalist specializing in true crime and historical narratives. He is the author of "Incendiary: The Psychiatrist, the Mad Bomber, and the Invention of Criminal Profiling," which chronicles the 1950s case of George Metesky and the pioneering use of psychological profiling in law enforcement. Cannell's work has appeared in The New York Times, where he has contributed to various sections including the Arts and Style pages. His meticulous research and compelling storytelling bring forgotten historical episodes to vivid life, exploring the intersection of crime, psychology, and American history.