The Monster of Harrods
eBook - ePub

The Monster of Harrods

Al-Fayed and the secret, shameful history of a British institution

  1. English
  2. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  3. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

The Monster of Harrods

Al-Fayed and the secret, shameful history of a British institution

About this book

'Sensational new book' MAIL ON SUNDAY

'Bombshell book'THE SUN

'Tell-all book' MAIL ON SUNDAY

'Explosive new book' – DAILY MAIL

'Kervin is a master storyteller' THE LONDON STANDARD

AN UNFLINCHING EXPOSÉ OF MOHAMED AL-FAYED'S 25-YEAR REIGN OF TERROR AT HARRODS

DECADES OF ABUSE.

DOZENS OF VICTIMS.

NO CONSEQUENCES.

To the public, he was the eccentric owner of one of the world's great department stores. But behind closed doors, Al-Fayed ruled with cruelty, humiliation and unchecked abuse.

  • Why were his crimes ignored?
  • Why did those in power look the other way?

This explosive investigation lays bare the power, corruption and complicity at the heart of an iconic British institution.

Drawing on firsthand interviews with former staff, allies, executives and police officers, The Monster of Harrods exposes chilling accounts of misconduct, many revealed here for the first time. Through court records, testimonies and unpublished material, the book uncovers:

  • The irreparable damage to victims' lives
  • The NDAs, threats and systemic failures that kept them silent
  • The staggering indifference of those who knew but did nothing

This isn't just about one man's abuse of power – it's about the culture that enabled him. The Monster of Harrods presents damning new evidence, and asks urgent questions of the people and institutions who stood by.

Ultimately, this is a book about courage – the courage of the survivors who have stepped forward to reclaim their narratives from a man who tried to reduce them to objects. Their testimony stands as both an indictment of the past and a warning for the future.

Their bravery demands nothing less than our complete attention.

'The extraordinary courage of these survivors, who, despite everything, were willing to relive their trauma in hope of finally being heard, should not be underestimated. Many have waited decades for acknowledgement, carrying their wounds in silence while their abuser was celebrated.'

Trusted by 375,005 students

Access to over 1.5 million titles for a fair monthly price.

Study more efficiently using our study tools.

Information

Publisher
HarperCollins
Year
2025
Print ISBN
9780008760953
eBook ISBN
9780008756062

Table of contents

  1. Title Page
  2. Copyright
  3. Note to Readers
  4. A Note from the Author
  5. Dedication
  6. Contents
  7. The Fabricated Prefix
  8. Introduction – The House of Horrors
  9. 1 Scented Prey
  10. 2 Sand to Skyscrapers
  11. 3 Imperial Whims and Gold Sphinxes
  12. 4 Loyalty Through Fear
  13. 5 Powerful Knowledge
  14. 6 Guardian of Secrets
  15. 7 Badges and Bribes
  16. 8 Clinical Violations
  17. 9 Empire of Fear
  18. 10 Silence and Submission
  19. 11 Beyond Harrods
  20. 12 ‘I only lasted a day’
  21. 13 Decades Apart
  22. 14 Retribution
  23. 15 The Enablers’ Network
  24. 16 The Crown Fixation
  25. 17 Brothers in Arms
  26. 18 Hunters and Hunted
  27. 19 The Psychopath Behind the Charm
  28. 20 The Family Dynasty
  29. Conclusion – Legacy of Trauma
  30. Acknowledgements
  31. Picture Section
  32. About the Publisher

Frequently asked questions

Yes, you can cancel anytime from the Subscription tab in your account settings on the Perlego website. Your subscription will stay active until the end of your current billing period. Learn how to cancel your subscription
No, books cannot be downloaded as external files, such as PDFs, for use outside of Perlego. However, you can download books within the Perlego app for offline reading on mobile or tablet. Learn how to download books offline
Perlego offers two plans: Essential and Complete
  • Essential is ideal for learners and professionals who enjoy exploring a wide range of subjects. Access the Essential Library with 800,000+ trusted titles and best-sellers across business, personal growth, and the humanities. Includes unlimited reading time and Standard Read Aloud voice.
  • Complete: Perfect for advanced learners and researchers needing full, unrestricted access. Unlock 1.5M+ books across hundreds of subjects, including academic and specialized titles. The Complete Plan also includes advanced features like Premium Read Aloud and Research Assistant.
Both plans are available with monthly, semester, or annual billing cycles.
We are an online textbook subscription service, where you can get access to an entire online library for less than the price of a single book per month. With over 1.5 million books across 990+ topics, we’ve got you covered! Learn about our mission
Look out for the read-aloud symbol on your next book to see if you can listen to it. The read-aloud tool reads text aloud for you, highlighting the text as it is being read. You can pause it, speed it up and slow it down. Learn more about Read Aloud
Yes! You can use the Perlego app on both iOS and Android devices to read anytime, anywhere — even offline. Perfect for commutes or when you’re on the go.
Please note we cannot support devices running on iOS 13 and Android 7 or earlier. Learn more about using the app
Yes, you can access The Monster of Harrods by Alison Kervin in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Social Sciences & Social Science Biographies. We have over 1.5 million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.