Quote by A.A. (Alan Alexandra) Milne

No doubt Jack the Ripper excused himself on the grounds that it was human nature.

No doubt Jack the Ripper excused himself on the grounds that

Summary

This quote implies that Jack the Ripper, an infamous serial killer, may have justified his actions by attributing them to human nature. It suggests that he may have believed that his violent and horrifying crimes are inherent in human beings, perhaps as a way to rationalize or absolve himself of responsibility. This quote highlights the twisted mindset of a killer who sees their own actions as inevitable rather than condemnable, shedding light on the disturbing psychology behind their motives.

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By A.A. (Alan Alexandra) Milne

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