Stiefel. Fingerprints

Stiefel, Chana    Fingerprints      

 Enslow      2011  104p  23.95 978-0-7660-3689-5  

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   Beginning with a discussion of early means of criminal investigations and how fingerprint physiology methods drastically changed the ways crimes were solved, Stiefel explains the by which fingerprints can be characterized and how law enforcement agencies make and use fingerprint records.  Forensic science and criminal investigations provide the basis for some of the hottest shows on the tube these days and this book will entice young readers into a deeper look at evidence gathering.  Beginning with a discussion of early means of criminal investigations and how fingerprint physiology methods drastically changed the ways crimes were solved, Stiefel explains the methodology by which fingerprints can be characterized and how law enforcement agencies make and use fingerprint records.  She describes the techniques by which experts locate, lift, and record fingerprints and use them to convict lawbreakers.   She chronicles cases in which fingerprint evidence led to just convictions and those in which poor evidence gathering led to unjust incarcerations.  She also details new methods of crime solving through DNA analysis and how fingerprint scanning is becoming part of everyday life.
   The book is clearly written with each chapter filled with colorful, eye-catching graphics, photographs, and fascinating facts.  The book also includes fact boxes on earlier methods of crime analysis, fingerprint technology, and possible career paths.  The book ends with chapter notes, a glossary, a brief bibliography of books and web sites, and an index.  It is sure to whet the interest of its readers for more information.
      True Forensic Crime Stories (Enslow)     This excellent series contains four titles about fingerprint analysis, bones, DNA and blood, and discovering trace evidence.  They are clearly written with each chapter filled with colorful, eye-catching graphics, photographs, and fascinating facts.      Forensics   Susan Ogintz

 

Latta, Sara L. DNA and Blood

Latta, Sara L.    DNA and Blood      

Enslow      2011  104p  31.93 978-0-7660-3667-3  

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    DNA and blood play a very important part in solving crimes. Today it can prove who the real criminal is with absolute proof.  The book has case studies and for all interested in Forensic criminology this will be a book for you!  The book has many case studies to show how DNA and Blood samples solved or at least clarify who did the crime or who didn’t. In the case of Dr. Sam Sheppard and the horrific death of his wife in 1954 indicated and pointed to him as the killer. He was jailed and it was not until 1960’s that a forensic study of the evidence was done on the samples taken from the scene of the crime. Before that it was all experimental and not possible to use in court but ten years later science had advance enough to be able to study the samples and prove that Dr. Sam Sheppard was in fact innocent and at his second trial became a free man.
 Since then the science of Forensic hematology has advance and is now a very important part of a crime scene. DNA is also like blood very unique in it’s signature result.  DNA is different for every person no two people have the same DNA creating it possible to quickly identify or eliminate those who are not suspects.
A Fascinating book that will capture the imagination of readers who enjoy the “Who Done it” books.
Plenty of picture, Glossary, Chapter notes, Special facts, Further reading & internet addresses and index.  True Forensic Crime Stories (Enslow)  Titles in series: Bones, Fingerprints, Trace Evidence Criminal Investigation - Forensic hematology - Case Studies     Magna Diaz

 

Latta, Sara L. Bones

Latta, Sara L.    Bones 

 Enslow      2011  104p  23.95 978-0-7660-3669-7 

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     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