Forensic Science

by Andrew R.W. Jackson, Julie M. Jackson

This book provides a clear and authoritative introduction to forensic science. It is comprehensive in that it covers the core topics throughout the process of doing forensic from collecting evidence at the crime scene; through the analysis of that evidence; through to the presentation of the scientific findings in court. Scientifically rigorous, the book is primarily aimed at undergraduates starting out on forensic science degree programmes or those taking a forensic science elective module. Due to the book's accessible and engaging tone related professions such as lawyers or police officers may also find this of interest as may the general reader who simply wishes to learn more about the subject. Case studies, chapter objectives and summaries and exercises feature throughout to enhance the reader's learning experience. ""A useful and relevant text which serves as a primer for students to
understand current processes and structures. Well laid out and
illustrated; a very readable text which is objective and factual in its
presentation."
"Rob Bird, Coventry University (formerly SIO/Police Superintendent)

Genres: Science, Nonfiction, Reference, Chemistry, Biology

464 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[Rebecca Nuttall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read the first edition as part of my degree studies. This book gives a concise and broad explanation of the various forensic science techniques, with respective case studies for a number of the techniques used. Great book as a beginners guide, giving the main necessary points to build on.

[Sylvester · Rating 5 out of 5]

An extensive textbook for people studying forensic science or even those who are interested in finding out more. I like the layout of the book which was very concise and informative. The use of the bulletpoint format for key points deserved a praise. The appendix was useful too, overall an essential book for beginners in this field.

[Ulli · Rating 3 out of 5]

Overall this book gives a nice introduction into the field of forensic science, it might be a bit basic but especially if you never dealt with a topic this will help you a lot building up some basic knowledge. The only problem I had with this book was that sometimes I couldn't apply the knowledge due to the fact that it was written about how everything is dealt with in the UK and Wales...

[Catherine · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is a required text for my Open University short course S187 Forensic Science. It covers far more than the course requirement and is straightforward to read.