Beating the Devil's Game: A History of Forensic Science and Criminal Investigation
by Katherine Ramsland
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Today, the basic precepts of criminal investigation--fingerprints, DNA, blood evidence--are known among professionals and lay people alike. But behind each of these familiar concepts is a fascinating story of the evolution of science and law, spearheaded by innovative thinkers, many of whom risked their careers for more perfect justice. Dr. Katherine Ramsland, renowned expert in criminology, traces that development from thirteenth-century Chinese studies of decomposition through the show more Renaissance and the era of Newtonian physics to the marvels of the present day and beyond. Along the way, she introduces us to forensic pioneers and visionaries who galvanized the field, raised investigative standards, and whose efforts have kept us just steps ahead of increasingly sophisticated criminals. show lessTags
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Admittedly, at this point in my reading life, there is nothing new under the sun where forensics books are concerned. I learned very little new reading this book. But I am a Katherine Ramsland fan girl. Her worst book is still better than 90% of the books available on paranormal or true crime themes. So while I did not learn much new, the fact is that this book is well-researched and wonderfully written. And as usual, I found many new books to read exploring the selected bibliography in her book.
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- Original publication date
- 2007
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- Nonfiction, General Nonfiction, Science & Nature, History, Politics and Government, Technology
- DDC/MDS
- 363.2509 — Society, government, & culture Social problems and social services Public Safety - Police, Crime Investigation Police services Criminal investigation & forensics
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- HV8073 .R323 — 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
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