Dead Reckoning: The New Science of Catching Killers
by Michael Baden, Marion Roach (Author)
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Explores how recent advances in forensic science can solve the crucial questions in a criminal case with startling accuracy.Tags
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I have been interested in forensic science, particularly forensic pathology, since I was in about 7th grade (early '60s). I am endlessly fascinated with this subject. So I had high hopes for this book. Baden is a nationally known forensic pathologist. But he is far too aware of his own reputation. Rather than informative, I found this to be egotistical.
Excellent book. It grabs your interest and doesn't let go until the last page. A fascinating insight into the world of the pathologist with clear descriptions and explanations of a grisly subject lightened with a respectful sense of humour.
Good for someone new to the subject of forensic science, but a little too basic for me. Also, some of the writing was a bit self-aggrandizing...
~Stephanie
~Stephanie
Awesome book. Really goes into great detail about the science in forensic science.
various experts and comments on famous cases
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Michael Baden, M.D., is a visiting professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, Albert Einstein School of Medicine, Albany Medical Center, and New York Law School, and has also lectured extensively to law enforcement agencies. He lives in New York City. (Publisher Provided)
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- 363.259523 — Society, Government, and Culture Social problems and social services Public Safety - Police, Crime Investigation Police services Criminal investigation & forensics Investigation of specific types of offenses
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- HV8079 .H6 .B27 — Social sciences Social pathology. Social and public welfare. Criminology Social pathology. Social and public welfare. Criminal justice administration Police. Detectves. Constabulary Police duty. Methods of protection Investigation of crimes. Examination Police social work
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