Introduction to Forensic Sciences

ISBN-13: 9780849381010 / Angielski / Twarda / 1996 / 404 str.

William G. Eckert

Opis

Introduction to Forensic Sciences, Second Edition is the current edition of this bestselling introductory textbook. Dr. William Eckert, one of the world's foremost authorities in the area of forensic medicine, presents each of the distinct fields that collectively comprise the forensic sciences in a logical, relatively non-technical fashion.

Each chapter is written by a well-known expert in his/her respective field, and each specialty area is thoroughly treated. When appropriate, the various methods of applying these sciences in different countries are covered. Heavily illustrated, the Second Edition has been updated to include current procedures and techniques that were not available or usefully developed when the first edition was published.

Features include:

Recenzje

"…covers important aspects of forensic science…fulfils main objectives to give the student or lay person an introduction to various aspects of forensic science."
International Journal Legal Medicine, 1999, J12:350

Spis treści

Introduction to the Forensic Sciences, W.G. EckertHistorical Development of Forensic Sciences, W.G. EckertCriminalistics, W.G. EckertForensic Psychiatry, W.G. EckertCoordination of Forensic Activities and Use in Court, W.G. EckertLegal Medicine and Jurisprudence, C. WechtForensic Pathology, B. Knight and G. EckertForensic Toxicology, A. PolkisQuestioned Documents, W.H. StorerBloodstain Pattern Interpretation, S.H. James and C.F. EdelSerology and DNA Typing, G.T. Duncan and M.L. TraceyForensic Odontology, M. BernsteinForensic Anthropology, M.Y. Iscan and S.R. LothAppendix A: Resources in Forensic Sciences, W.G. EckertAppendix B: Glossary of Terms, W.G. EckertAppendix C: Historical Chronology of American Crime and Forensic Problems, W.G. EckertIndex

O autorze

William G. Eckert