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.

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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
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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Marion Roach's work has appeared in numerous magazines. A regular commentator for National Public Radio's "All Things Considered", she lives in Troy, New York. (Bowker Author Biography)

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Nonfiction, General Nonfiction, Anthropology, Science & Nature
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363.259523Society, Government, and CultureSocial problems and social servicesPublic Safety - Police, Crime InvestigationPolice servicesCriminal investigation & forensicsInvestigation of specific types of offenses
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HV8079 .H6 .B27Social sciencesSocial pathology. Social and public welfare. CriminologySocial pathology. Social and public welfare.Criminal justice administrationPolice. Detectves. ConstabularyPolice duty. Methods of protectionInvestigation of crimes. ExaminationPolice social work
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