Steve Lillebuen: The Impact Of Digital And Internet Culture

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The author, Steve Lillebuen, is a journalist who wanted to uncover the truth behind the layers of exaggeration and falsehoods that merged with real life in Mark’s case. He wanted to write the factual account of these events so he could document the story’s historical value and impact on present generation. This non-fictional narrative has been drawn from extensive research during Steve’s time as a police reporter at the Edmonton Journal and continuing on for years as the case progressed.

The writings of this narrative clearly demonstrate the impact of digital and internet culture today. The reality is that serious crime has always been tied to pop culture. The attempted assassination of US President Ronald Reagan was even linked to watching

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