Forensic Voice Identification [Hardcover]

Harry Hollien (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0123526213 | ISBN-13: 978-0123526212 | Publication Date: October 9, 2001 | Edition: 1

Eleven years after the publication of his seminal book, The Acoustics of Crime, Dr. Harry Hollien returns to share the benefit of over 40 years of experience in the field of forensic acoustics. Forensic Voice Identification fills the need for a new, comprehensive reference for professionals who work with recorded evidence, covering key areas such authentication of speech recordings, voice stress analysis, and speaker identification.

This practical, hands-on guide covers the basic sciences behind voice identification, and outlines many applications unique to this forensic specialty. For instance, one chapter covers everything the reader needs to know about coordinating "ear witness" lineups and another discusses the ins and outs of using professional consultants in an investigation.

The field has advanced significantly in recent years, and Dr. Hollien has been at the forefront of research and the development of new techniques and technologies. In this practical new book readers will learn how to use Hollien's own SAUSI (Semi-automatic Speaker Identification) system, learn about the latest high-tech machinery available for forensic voice identification, and gain a solid understanding of the classic methods and techniques on which they are based.

* Practical hands-on guide which covers scientific principles, practical techniques and the latest technological advances for interpreting recorded evidence and identifying suspects
* Readers will learn how to use Hollien's own SAUSI (Semi-automatic Speaker Identification) system

Editorial Reviews

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"...there do not appear to be any comparable books, and the author is most highly qualified...This book will make fascinating and invaluable reading to anyone seeking to use or produce speaker identifications....THE book to read for anyone wishing an introduction to the most important current principles in this field...4 Stars!"
- DIVINE (formerly DOODY'S)

Here he (the author) has updated and much expanded his earlier material, reflecting both the increasing interest and technological advances in the field. - E-Streams

Forensic Voice Indentification, fills a void by providing a comprehensive reference tool for the fascinating field of forensic acoustics. - E-Streams

The author's style is refreshingly straightforward and relaxed, making this text accessible to even non-scientist reader. - E-Streams

In conclusion we would like to say that this is an extremely valuable book for all those who are even remotely involved with the process of voice identification - be that a phonetician, a lawyer, a judge, a forensic scientist or member of the police department. This book has presented a highly comprehensive account of the development of voice identification and their present use and also given a brief description of the ways the future is going to be. - Internet Journal of Forensic Medicine

Book Description

Covers scientific principles, practical techniques, and the latest technology for interpreting recorded evidence and identifying suspects!

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 240 pages
• Publisher: Academic Press; 1 edition (October 9, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0123526213
• ISBN-13: 978-0123526212
• Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 7.6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,498,268 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars SpeechScientistReview, August 1, 2011

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This is perhaps the most important, authoritative review of work on forensic voice identification. Dr. Hollien is regarded as one of the world's leading experts, and he adds to that expertise an outstanding ability to write about key issues and topics in the use of voice information for law enforcement and court applications. This is perhaps the best book I have purchased through Amazon in years.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Mediano, November 4, 2006

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Garimpando dá para tirar alguma coisa, no geral é apenas uma auto-promoção. Sem nenhuma novidade ou descoberta.