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Forensic Science

Forensic Science A Sociological Introduction

Hardback (10 Feb 2016)

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Publisher's Synopsis

This book addresses a significant gap in the literature and provides a comprehensive overview of the sociology of forensic science. Drawing on a wealth of international research and case studies, this book explores the intersection of science, technology, law and society and examines the production of forensic knowledge.

This book explores a range of key topics such as:

  • The integration of science into police work and criminal investigation,
  • The relationship between law and science,
  • Ethical and social issues raised by new forensic technology including DNA analysis,
  • Media portrayals of forensic science,
  • Forensic policy and the international agenda for forensic science.

This book is important and compelling reading for students taking a range of courses, including criminal investigation, policing, forensic science, and the sociology of science and technology.

About the Publisher

Routledge

Routledge is the world's leading academic publisher in the Humanities and Social Sciences. We publish thousands of books and journals each year, serving scholars, instructors, and professional communities worldwide. Our current publishing programme encompasses groundbreaking textbooks and premier, peer-reviewed research in the Social Sciences, Humanities, and Built Environment. We have partnered with many of the most influential societies and academic bodies to publish their journals and book series. Readers can access tens of thousands of print and e-books from our extensive catalogue of titles. Routledge is a member of Taylor & Francis Group, an informa business.

Book information

ISBN: 9781138794108
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Imprint: Routledge
Pub date:
DEWEY: 363.25
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 210
Weight: 453g
Height: 235mm
Width: 159mm
Spine width: 20mm