William G. Eckert

This latest edition of a bestseller adds new material and expands on previous work. The book includes new chapters on mathematics and physics for bloodstain pattern analysis, the application of the scientific method to bloodstain pattern analysis and experimentation, the forensic photography of bloodstain patterns, and SWGSTAIN Terminology (FBI

Introduction to Forensic Sciences, Second Edition is the current edition of this bestselling introductory textbook. Dr. William Eckert, one of the world's foremost authorities in the area of forensic medicine, presents each of the distinct fields that collectively comprise the forensic sciences in a logical, relatively non-technical fashion. Each chapter is written by a well-known expert in his/her respective field, and each specialty area is thoroughly treated. When appropriate, the various methods of applying these sciences in different countries are covered. Heavily illustrated, the Second Edition has been updated to include current procedures and techniques that were not available or usefully developed when the first edition was published. Features include: