PLAYING THE JACK

As we edge closer to Halloween – that dark night when spines are tingled with tales of terror – allow me to introduce you to–––

JACK the RIPPER!

Historical figure...? Or a nightmare creation of myth and legend...? 'Jack the Ripper' – whose true identity remains a mystery – is both.

In 1988 to mark the 100th anniversary of the serial killer's frightful reign of terror, I went to London's East End and walked the dark streets and shadowy courtyards – many unchanged in a century – where Jack performed the fearful atrocities that were to terrify all London and send shock-waves throughout the Empire and the world...

This is the story I brought back and broadcast on the BBC World Service. The story of–––

JACK from HELL!