Crowley County Combined Library

In this absorbing, surprising, and undeniably compelling book, forensics expert Emily Craig tells her own story of a life spent teasing secrets from the dead. Emily Craig has been a witness to history, helping to seek justice for thousands of murder victims, both famous and unknown. It's a personal story that you won't soon forget. Emily first became intrigued by forensics work when, as a respected medical illustrator, she was called in by the local...

Describes the work of a computer forensic scientist, who are investigators who locate and analyze data that can lead to the arrest of cybercriminals, such as those who plant malicious code and steal personal information.

This title presents the history of forensics. Vivid text details how early studies of toxic chemicals and firearm analysis led to modern scientific crime solving techniques. It also puts a spotlight on the brilliant scientists who made these advances possible. Useful sidebars, rich images, and a glossary help readers understand the science and its importance. Maps and diagrams provide context for critical discoveries in the field. Aligned to Common...

Describes what forensic science is and how it can be used to help solve crimes

Text and photographs introduce young readers to various types of racing including swimming, snowboarding, motocross, and automobile racing.

Crime novelist and former police officer Nigel McCrery provides an account of all the major areas of forensic science from around the world over the past two centuries. The book weaves dramatic narrative and scientific principles together in a way that allows readers to figure out crimes along with the experts.

Uses forensic sciences to try to solve some of the world's mysteries, including how Napoleon died, the identity of the Man in the Iron Mask, and the fate of Thailand's King Rama.

"Book introduces the reader to Forensic Science"--

Examines ways in which science helps solve crimes using threads of evidence such as blood, teeth, teethmarks, fingerprints, eye prints, DNA, hairs, fibers, and corpses.

You'll be able to figure out how crime scene investigators crack the case. Science fair experiments to analyze handwriting samples, extract DNA, lift fingerprints, and learn about blood spatter patterns.