Dead men do tell tales, and pathologists interpret what the dead are saying using post-mortem examinations. Three stories of actual crimes solved via autopsies are presented here in full color: evidence of strangulation proves a woman didn't die in the Blitz; a body's cell structures determine the victim's time of death; and follicular analysis gives detectives a time line of a victim's poisoning. Includes overviews of how a crime is investigated and of how a post-mortem exam is conducted. Additional case summaries. Glossary. Suggestions for more information and further reading. Index.
Summary An explanation of how crime scene investigators and forensics specialists solve murders using physical evidence and autopsies. Three famous cases serve as examples.
Topics Crime. Murder. Post-mortems. Bodies. Establishing age. Dental records. Criminal courts. Mystery. Autopsies. The mafia. Hit-men. Taped confessions. Poison. Timelines
Trim Size 6 1/2" x 10"
Language English
JLG Release Date May 2008
Minimum grade 5
Maximum grade 8
Reading level Middle
Format Print
Graphic Novels Middle Plus (Grades 5-8)
Graphic Novels Middle Plus
Graphic Novels Middle Plus (Grades 5-8)
For Grades 5-8
This 14-book collection features book-length graphic novels that bring stories to life through immersive visuals and compelling narratives. With a mix of humor, adventure, and thought-provoking themes, these selections provide an engaging reading experience that can turn even reluctant readers into eager ones.