The Dark Mind of Albert Fish

This chapter examines the unsettling psyche of Albert Fish, focusing on his disturbing relationship with pain and pleasure as expressed through his obscene correspondences. It explores how a pivotal moment in 1929 ignited his fascination with perversion and led to a series of predatory actions, including the creation of grotesque letters that shocked their recipients. The narrative culminates in a psychological evaluation of Fish, revealing his delusions and the chilling reality of his criminal behavior.