Uses familiar examples to explain the science of crime detection, covering such aspects as fingerprints, clues in the human body, chemical evidence, and computers.

Explores how to prepare for and get into the field of detective work as an FBI agent, police detective, or private investigator, and looks at the daily life of one who chooses a career in criminal investigation.

Describes how forensic geologists help solve crimes.

This cool title introduces readers to the art of crime scene investigations and the scientific method. Includes step-by-step directions on how to conduct experiments and tests.

Explains how attitudes toward both crime and punishment have changed throughout the twentieth century, discussing organized crime, political crimes, policing, the judicial system, punishment and prison, and the internationalization of crime.

This book discusses the tools of a forensic investigator and explains collecting and analyzing data at crime scenes.

A local politician and millionaire is donating the money for a new wing for the Capitol City Air and Space Museum, which will exhibit some of the earliest devices for astronomical observation; but Amal Farah, daughter of one of the Museum's scientists, discovers that the crates supposedly containing the telescopes are empty, and she and her friends set out to investigate.

How does science help law enforcement professionals? Meet crime scene investigators and learn how they search for clues such as fibers and fingerprints. Discover how medical examiners use scientific techniques to uncover evidence. Learn about the techniques used in the fight against forgery, fraud, and identity theft.