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Police Lab: How Forensic Science Tracks down and Convicts Criminals

Police Lab: How Forensic Science Tracks down and Convicts Criminals


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About the Book

Is there such a thing as the perfect crime? In 1979, US Army captain, Jeffrey MacDonald claimed that three "hippies" broke into his house and attacked him and stabbed his wife and daughters. Despite the Army Captain's careful attempts to conceal evidence, forensic scientists were able to prove that MacDonald himself was guilty. Police Lab shows how forensic scientists gather and analyze evidence, examine weapons and bodies and use DNA testing and other techniques to help solve crime. Twenty real-life case studies show forensic scientists in action and demonstrate the fascinating secrets of police labs. Police Lab includes: analyzing physical evidence and weapons fraud and forgeries including handwriting analysis DNA testing and the future of forensic science "forensic facts" sidebars throughout the book explaining how even the smallest detail and shred of evidence can help solve crime 20 real-life case studies including: The World Trade Center bombing, O.J. Simpson trial, assassination of John F. Kennedy and the conviction of serial killer Ted Bundy more than 200 color photographs

About the Author :
David Owen is the author of Hidden Evidence and Hidden Secrets. He has written extensively on military deception, espionage, and written and produced television documentaries on computer crime and electronic intelligence.

Review :
Compelling overview of forensic science ... Recommended.-- (05/15/2003) Fascinating ... enough criminal horrors to be found in the 20 case studies to keep teens turning pages.-- (06/19/2003) Fascinating ... Whether moved by morbid curiosity or by Owen's command of his topic, both middle- and high-school readers will find this book an exciting, enlightening read.-- (12/15/2002) For those interested in how forensic science works, then Police Lab is a must-read... This is a great starting point for teens interested in the forensic field.-- (02/01/2008) Owen has provided young readers with a very good introduction to the fascinating world of forensic science ... I recommend this entertaining, highly accessible text to all budding forensic-science buffs.-- (04/15/2003) While not for the faint of heart, this book provides a wealth of information in a fascinating and clearly written presentation.--North Bay Nugget (03/06/2004) Poison, strangulation, burning, drowning, shooting, and stabbing are some of the murderous methods explored in the readable text.--Patricia Manning"School Library Journal" (05/01/2003)


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781552976197
  • Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd
  • Publisher Imprint: Firefly Books Ltd
  • Height: 229 mm
  • Returnable: N
  • Width: 145 mm
  • ISBN-10: 155297619X
  • Publisher Date: 29 Sep 2002
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Sub Title: How Forensic Science Tracks down and Convicts Criminals


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