The C.S.I. Effect

Katherine Ramsland goes beyond the basics of forensic science to cover the latest break-throughs and cutting-edge techniques in crime scene investigation by delving into the incredible truths behind the hit C.S.I. television franchise. Inspired by the episodes from the fact-based shows, she illustrates the growing use of computers in forensics, and explores the application of psychology and the uses of toxicology. Revisiting high-profile cases, Ramsland discloses the fascinating ways of solving crime in the twenty-first century.