The Casebook of Forensic Detection: How Science Solved 100 of the World's Most Baffling Crimes

Evans, Colin

ISBN 10: 0425215598 / ISBN 13: 9780425215593

Published by Berkley Trade, 2007

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Title: The Casebook of Forensic Detection: How ...

Publisher: Berkley Trade

Publication Date: 2007

Binding: paperback

Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis:

Discover the surprising answers in The Casebook of Forensic Detection, a true crime treasury of 100 of the most fascinating cases of all time. More than two centuries in the development of modern forensic procedures come to vivid life as everything from handwriting analyses and voiceprints to ballistics, DNA testing, and psychological profiles reveal whodunit (and, in some startling cases, who didn t do it).

"Pithy, concise, and remarkably accurate." Science Books & Films

"Contains ample material to hold the attention and foster interest in science." Science Teacher

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What evidence led investigators to Ted Bundy, America’s most infamous serial killer? How was the mystery of Anna Anderson, who claimed to be Anastasia, daughter of Czar Nicholas and Alexandra, solved after decades of speculation? How did authorities prove the notorious Hitler Diaries were a fraud? Discover the surprising answers in The Casebook of Forensic Detection, an enthralling account of one hundred groundbreaking real–life cases whose riddles were ultimately solved by scientific research. More than two centuries of technology and development come to vivid life as everything from handwriting analysis and voice–prints to ballistics, DNA testing, and psychological profiles reveal whodunit (and, in some startling cases, who didn’t do it).