Ted Kaczynski

Family and Relationships

Kaczynski's family and personal relationships played a significant role in his life.

Family Dynamics

Childhood

Kaczynski's parents pushed him hard to achieve academic success, and his younger brother David had a strong effect on him.

Relationship with Female Supervisor

1978

Kaczynski had a relationship with a female supervisor at a factory in Chicago, which eventually turned sour.

Sister-in-Law's Recognition

1995

Kaczynski's sister-in-law, Linda Patrik, recognized his writing style in the Unabomber Manifesto and encouraged her husband to report it to the FBI.