Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Latta, Sara L. Bones


Latta, Sara L.    Bones 
 Enslow      2011  104p  23.95 978-0-7660-3669-7 
 ms/hs VG-BNS             
     This volume in the rue Forensic Crime Stories series deals with forensic anthropology.  History and current practice are explored through a series of case studies, highlighting the ways in which the science developed and is used today.  Color photos and true life case studies bring the science of forensic anthropology to life fro middle readers.  High school readers will also find much of interest in this volume.  The history and development of the science is explored, and numerous stories highlight different aspects of forensics in solving murders, as far back as 1849, and up to the present day.

Chapter notes, bibliographical references, a glossary and index complete the volume.  It will provide basic information in an interesting format that will appeal to reluctant readers, and encourage older readers to find out more about the science.        True Forensic Crime Stories (Enslow)      This book is part of the True Forensic Crime Stories series.  There are 6 books in the series at this time.  The overall focus of these volumes is on different types of crime evidence, with case studies to illustrate.  Forensic anthropology   Pat Naismith

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