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Forensics for Dummies (For Dummies (Lifestyles Paperback)) | 
 enlarge | Author: Douglas P. Lyle
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Category: Book
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Rating:  6 reviews
Sales Rank: 9293
Media: Paperback
Pages: 384
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Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 7.7 x 0.8
ISBN: 0764555804
Dewey Decimal Number: 363.25
EAN: 9780764555800
ASIN: 0764555804
Publication Date: April 23, 2004
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 There are 3 levels of forensics texts May 3, 2007
A. I. R. Chick
3 out of 6 found this review helpful
1. the books aimed at those that watch CSI et al and would like to know a little bit more
2. those aimed at undergraduates and other students
3. those aimed for use by "proper" forensic scientists
This book is firmly in the first catagory (there is nothing wrong with that) i agree with another reviews remark that this should not form the basis of any reserch (part of a degree is the diserning of relevent info at the right level) however if the odd student needs this book as a starting point to understand the question prior to reserch then ive never seen a problem.
However i would not recomend Jackson and Jackson as a "better introduction" more rather Crime scene to court, or possibly Forensic Science: An Introduction to Scientific and Investigative Techniques.
Brilliant and gifted June 28, 2005
23 out of 24 found this review helpful
Lecturers and teachers who moan about this book have totally missed the point: it is not a serious text for wannabe scientists or degree students. The title should be the biggest clue. Any student who actually uses it as the main source of material for a degree level essay (rather than Jackson and Jackson, White, Saferstein, Lee or Pepper)should be sacked and sent home.
Forensics for Dummies is written by a man who has been there and done that - and this shows in his text and content. Many of his peers have aparently spent too long in Universities and have failed, as a result, to engage their readers.
I commend this book to you as an easy way of entering the world of forensic science, not as a text book.
 Not Recommended June 25, 2005
7 out of 24 found this review helpful
Many of my students have made use of this book - and their assignments have suffered. Not recommended. For a good readable introduction to forensic science try Jackson & Jackson's "Forensic Science".
Great introduction. December 27, 2004
Gillian McMurray
22 out of 23 found this review helpful
This is a great introduction to the world of forensic science. It covers just about everything, from the various jobs in the field, through the legal and scientific laboratory processes to the behaviour of the criminal mind, the human body and physical and biological evidence. The text is clear and concise with lots of examples to corroborate the information. The section entitled Ten Ways Hollywood Gets It Wrong makes it worthwhile in itself. For those interested in pursuing a career in forensics there is even a section on what kind of education one needs. However, as mentioned by another reviewer, it is an American book so there may be differences between the way American and British systems work. Where the job of forensic investigator is concerned, the book is a true eye opener as it shows how the writers of the CSI shows and others use artistic licence to create a watchable programme. The reality of actual departments is sometimes very different.
An excellent Introduction to a fascinating subject. October 28, 2004
Jay Dunlop (UK)
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
It may come under the '... for Dummies' series, but this is an excellent introduction to a fascinating subject, tho' not for the 'faint hearted'! If you're not keen on the gory details, then don't get this book. If, on the other hand, forensics and its kindred subjects fascinates and intrigues you, then this is for you!
The layout is good, and the subjects in each chapter are clearly explained. Whilst the format is naturally American based, as is the majority of the content, this is still a worthwhile addition to the library of any fan of CSI's, either in the UK or US.
If you are a crime writer, or want-to-be-a-crime-writer, then have this book by your side. Definately worth the money!
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