Skip to content

The Science of Cold Case Files

The Science of Cold Case Files Paperback - 2004

by Katherine Ramsland

  • Used
  • Good
  • Paperback

COLD CASEAn inexplicable death is ruled to be an unfortunate accident--until authorities link it to the broken bones of a kidnap victim years later.

COLD CASE:
A braid is found belonging to a woman missing for 18 years--how can it solve the mystery of her disappearance?

The Science of Cold Case Files(r) reveals the absorbing true stories behind the pioneering A&E television series, and the intrepid detectives whose investigations resulted in the resolution of the most baffling of crimes-sometimes decades after they were committed.

From handwriting analysis, facial reconstruction, fingerprints and K-9 detectives, state-of-the-art DNA technology, and old-fashioned perseverance and police work, here is a detailed look at the methods used in forensic detection. Featuring the most fascinating Cold Case Files(r) on record, some of these cases have never been seen on television. Plus, this book offers an inside look at the intriguing clues found in cases that remain unsolved to this day.

Description

Penguin Publishing Group, 2004. Paperback. Good. Disclaimer:Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Used - Good
NZ$16.47
FREE Shipping to USA Standard delivery: 4 to 8 days
More Shipping Options
Ships from ThriftBooks (Washington, United States)

Details

  • Title The Science of Cold Case Files
  • Author Katherine Ramsland
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition unk
  • Condition Used - Good
  • Pages 288
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Penguin Publishing Group, NY
  • Date 2004
  • Bookseller's Inventory # G042519793XI3N00
  • ISBN 9780425197936 / 042519793X
  • Weight 0.69 lbs (0.31 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.08 x 5.98 x 0.77 in (23.06 x 15.19 x 1.96 cm)
  • Ages 18 to UP years
  • Grade levels 13 - UP
  • Library of Congress subjects Forensic sciences, Criminal investigation
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 2004046317
  • Dewey Decimal Code 363.259

About ThriftBooks Washington, United States

Biblio member since 2018
Seller rating: This seller has earned a 4 of 5 Stars rating from Biblio customers.

From the largest selection of used titles, we put quality, affordable books into the hands of readers

Terms of Sale: 30 day return guarantee, with full refund including original shipping costs for up to 30 days after delivery if an item arrives misdescribed or damaged.

Browse books from ThriftBooks

Summary

The Science of Cold Case Files reveals the absorbing true stories behind the pioneering A&E television series, and the intrepid detectives whose investigations resulted in the resolution of the most baffling of crimes-sometimes decades after they were committed.

From handwriting analysis, facial reconstruction, fingerprints and K-9 detectives, state-of-the-art DNA technology, and old-fashioned perseverance and police work, here is a detailed look at the methods used in forensic detection. Featuring the most fascinating Cold Case Files on record, some of these cases have never been seen on television. Plus, this book offers an inside look at the intriguing clues found in cases that remain unsolved to this day.

First line

On July 4, 1992, in Baraboo, Wisconsin, Chris Steiner, fourteen, disappeared from his home.

Categories

About the author

Katherine Ramsland began her career as a writer with Prism of the Night: A Biography of Anne Rice, and has since published 59 books, including the bestselling The Vampire Companion: The Official Guide to Anne Rice's The Vampire Chronicles. She holds graduate degrees in forensic psychology, clinical psychology, criminal justice, and philosophy. She teaches forensic psychology and criminal justice at DeSales University.