Forensics Demystified - Brossura

Fisher, Barry

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0071454306 ISBN 13: 9780071454308

Casa editrice: McGraw-Hill Professional, 2006

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There’s no easier, faster, or more practical way to learn the really tough subjects

Forensics Demystified explains forensic science in a logical progression from evidence collection through analysis and finally to the scientist actually testifying in court. This self-teaching guide comes complete with key points, background information, quizzes at the end of each chapter, and even a final exam. Simple enough for beginners but challenging enough for advanced students, this is a lively and entertaining brush-up, introductory text, or classroom supplement.

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INVESTIGATE FORENSICS without the latex gloves and magnifying glass

Get up to speed quickly on the fascinating field of forensics -- even if you don't have formal training, unlimited time, or a genius IQ. Forensics Demystified offers an effective, enlightening, and entertaining way to learn this intriguing science.

First, you'll get an introduction to the various aspects of forensic science as well as some details on its beginnings. Next, you'll learn about crime scene investigation, forensic pathology, and DNA. Other topics covered include firearms and toolmarks, drugs and toxicology, forensic psychiatry, and much more. Featuring end-of-chapter quizzes and a final exam, this book will teach you the fundamentals of forensics in no time at all.

This hands-on, self teaching text offers:

• An easy way to understand forensics
• Illuminating text and illustrations from three forensic professionals with more than 49 years of experience combined
• A quiz at the end of each chapter to reinforce learning and pinpoint weaknesses
• A final exam at the end of the book
• A time-saving approach to performing better on an exam or at work
• A foreword by NYPD Crime Lab Director, Dr. Peter Pizzola

Simple enough for a beginner, but challenging enough for an advanced student, Forensics Demystified is your shortcut to a working knowledge of this important science.

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• Editore: McGraw-Hill Professional
• Data di pubblicazione: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0071454306
• ISBN 13: 9780071454308
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 288