The Science of Sherlock Holmes
by E. J. Wagner | Science | This book has not been rated.
ISBN: 0471648795 Global Overview for this book
ISBN: 0471648795 Global Overview for this book
Registered by CavyNomes of Wentworth Falls, New South Wales Australia on 1/29/2020
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Journal Entry 1 by CavyNomes from Wentworth Falls, New South Wales Australia on Wednesday, January 29, 2020
From autopsies to zoology, how Holmes eliminated the impossible
This unique book uses the legendary adventures of Sherlock Holmes as a jumping-off point to discuss the growth of forensic science during the Victorian era. The book explores the emergence of science from superstition, how forensic autopsies evolved from anatomical dissection, the huge advances in blood chemistry and poison detection, and the early use of fingerprints, photography and trace evidence. It also provides new insights into landmark criminal cases that influenced the forensic world, such as Jack the Ripper and Lizzie Borden, and includes rare period illustrations.
This unique book uses the legendary adventures of Sherlock Holmes as a jumping-off point to discuss the growth of forensic science during the Victorian era. The book explores the emergence of science from superstition, how forensic autopsies evolved from anatomical dissection, the huge advances in blood chemistry and poison detection, and the early use of fingerprints, photography and trace evidence. It also provides new insights into landmark criminal cases that influenced the forensic world, such as Jack the Ripper and Lizzie Borden, and includes rare period illustrations.
Journal Entry 2 by CavyNomes at Station St Street Library in Wentworth Falls, New South Wales Australia on Saturday, November 14, 2020
Released 3 yrs ago (11/14/2020 UTC) at Station St Street Library in Wentworth Falls, New South Wales Australia
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