Science And The Detection Of Crime
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded - no tears. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings. Usual shelf-wear.
At the intersection of cold forensic logic and the relentless pursuit of justice, Science and the Detection of Crime by C. R. M. Cuthbert stands as a landmark text in the field of forensic science and criminal investigation. Written by a seasoned expert, the book presents a meticulous and authoritative account of how scientific methods — from fingerprinting and ballistics to toxicology and trace evidence — are applied to uncover the truth behind criminal acts. Cuthbert instructs readers on the real-world procedures used by investigators, drawing on decades of casework to illustrate the vital role that science plays in the modern justice system. Beyond its practical detail, the work argues that the application of science to crime detection is not merely a technical exercise but a discipline that demands rigour, precision, and an unwavering commitment to evidence. Cuthbert's prose is measured and authoritative, reflecting the exacting standards of the forensic laboratory, yet remains accessible to the curious lay reader. A foundational text in criminological literature, it raises the question that still haunts every unsolved case: how much truth can science truly reveal?
Author: C. R. M. Cuthbert
Format: Paperback
Genre: True crime
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded - no tears. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings. Usual shelf-wear.
At the intersection of cold forensic logic and the relentless pursuit of justice, Science and the Detection of Crime by C. R. M. Cuthbert stands as a landmark text in the field of forensic science and criminal investigation. Written by a seasoned expert, the book presents a meticulous and authoritative account of how scientific methods — from fingerprinting and ballistics to toxicology and trace evidence — are applied to uncover the truth behind criminal acts. Cuthbert instructs readers on the real-world procedures used by investigators, drawing on decades of casework to illustrate the vital role that science plays in the modern justice system. Beyond its practical detail, the work argues that the application of science to crime detection is not merely a technical exercise but a discipline that demands rigour, precision, and an unwavering commitment to evidence. Cuthbert's prose is measured and authoritative, reflecting the exacting standards of the forensic laboratory, yet remains accessible to the curious lay reader. A foundational text in criminological literature, it raises the question that still haunts every unsolved case: how much truth can science truly reveal?