Talking Bones: The Science of Forensic Anthropology (Facts on File Science Sourcebooks) [Hardcover]

Peggy Thomas (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1995 | Age Level: 11 and up | Series: Facts on File Science Sourcebooks

Introduces the history, technology, and importance of the science of using human remains to solve crimes and includes actual forensic cases.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 6-9?A fascinating examination of this 100-year-old science that involves the study of bones to solve crimes and identify remains. Thomas traces its history from the Luetgert trial in Chicago in 1897 through the 1993 Branch Davidian standoff. Cases described are sometimes gruesome, but they are not sensationalized. Technology and equipment used by scientists are clearly explained. Excellent black-and-white diagrams show parts of the human skeleton, differences between human and nonhuman bones, and DNA analysis. Numerous black-and-white photographs illustrate many points, but they are often small or out of focus. The glossary and index are helpful, but there is no pronunciation guide. The list for further reading contains mostly adult books. This title will fill a gap in most collections and will appeal particularly to readers of Don Lessem's The Iceman (Crown, 1994).?Jeanette Larson, Texas State Library, Austin
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 11 and up
  
• Hardcover: 136 pages
• Publisher: Facts on File (August 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0816031142
• ISBN-13: 978-0816031146
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,765,639 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

I am the author of more than 15 books for children and teens. I write both fiction and nonfiction, but have to confess that I love the thrill of finding a fascinating true story that kids have not heard yet. It is like uncovering a gleaming gem in a mineshaft.

I learned the art of children's writing watching my mother Margery Facklam, author of more than 40 books, as she typed at the kitchen table while my 4 brothers and I played with Play-doh.

When I am not writing or researching a book, I like to visit schools and talk to kids about books and writing. I also enjoy throwing pots on a pottery wheel, singing with my husband in the Middleport Community Choir, and spending time with my kids, Kate and Dan. We have two dogs, Lily and Bertie, and 6 cats - Roy, George, Gracie, Charlie, Leo and Tig. Visit me at my website: www.Peggythomaswrites.com