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Tales from the Morgue : Forensic Answers to Nine Famous Cases Including the Scott Peterson and Chandra Levy Cases by Mark Curriden and Cyril H. Wecht (2005, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherPrometheus Books, Publishers
ISBN-10159102353X
ISBN-139781591023531
eBay Product ID (ePID)24038510480
Product Key Features
Number of Pages314 Pages
Publication NameTales from the Morgue : Forensic Answers to Nine Famous Cases Including the Scott Peterson and Chandra Levy Cases
LanguageEnglish
SubjectForensic Medicine, Murder / General, Violence in Society, Criminology
Publication Year2005
TypeTextbook
AuthorMark Curriden, Cyril H. Wecht
Subject AreaTrue Crime, Social Science, Medical
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight15.7 Oz
Item Length8.4 in
Item Width5.6 in
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Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2005-017805
IllustratedYes
SynopsisWas Scott Peterson convicted of murdering Laci Peterson based upon circumstantial evidence alone? Did Washington intern Chandra Levy know her killer? In "Tales from the Morgue", Dr Cyril Wecht, one of the most sought-after forensic pathologists in the world, shares his insights and scientific expertise on nine cases that he has officially investigated - high-profile cases as well as other lesser-known but highly intriguing mysteries. Dr Wecht takes the reader inside some of the nation's most bizarre and intriguing medico-legal investigations and shows how forensic scientists help to solve crimes - and why they sometimes fail in their efforts. His vast experience and his willingness to take on the establishment if necessary and provide proof that runs counter to popular opinion make this book a page-turner., Was Scott Peterson convicted of murdering Laci Peterson based upon circumstantial evidence alone? Did Washington intern Chandra Levy know her killer? In "Tales from the Morgue," Dr Cyril Wecht, one of the most sought-after forensic pathologists in the world, shares his insights and scientific expertise on nine cases that he has officially investigated - high-profile cases as well as other lesser-known but highly intriguing mysteries. Dr Wecht takes the reader inside some of the nation's most bizarre and intriguing medico-legal investigations and shows how forensic scientists help to solve crimes - and why they sometimes fail in their efforts. His vast experience and his willingness to take on the establishment if necessary and provide proof that runs counter to popular opinion make this book a page-turner., One of the most sought-after forensic patholigists in the world applies his scientific expertise to nine famous cases, including the death of President John F. Kennedy. Illustrations., Was Scott Peterson convicted of murdering Laci Peterson based upon circumstantial evidence alone? Did Washington intern Chandra Levy know her killer?In Tales from the Morgue, Dr. Cyril Wecht, one of the most sought-after forensic pathologists in the world, shares his insights and scientific expertise on nine cases that he has officially investigated - high-profile cases as well as other lesser-known but highly intriguing mysteries. Dr. Wecht takes the reader inside some of the nation's most bizarre and intriguing medico-legal investigations and shows how forensic scientists help to solve crimes - and why they sometimes fail in their efforts. His vast experience and his willingness to take on the establishment if necessary and provide proof that runs counter to popular opinion make this book a page-turner.Cyril H. Wecht, M.D., J.D., one of the world's leading pathologists, is the author of Mortal Evidence, Who Killed JonBenet Ramsey?, Grave Secrets, Cause of Death, and hundreds of professional publications. He has served as president of both the American College of Legal Medicine and the American Academy of Forensic Sciences, and has appeared on numerous nationally syndicated television programs including NBC's Dateline, Larry King Live, 20/20, Burden of Proof, and many others.Mark Curriden is the senior communications counsel for Vinson & Elkins, LLP; the former legal writer for The Dallas Morning News and The Atlanta Constitution; and a co-author of Mortal Evidence.Angela Powell, former columnist and children's book reviewer for The Dallas Morning News, is now a freelance publicist.
LC Classification NumberRA1063.4.W437 2005
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