1st Edition

Human Skeletal Remains A Field Guide to Identification, Recovery, and Preservation

174 Pages 326 Color & 6 B/W Illustrations
by CRC Press

174 Pages 326 Color & 6 B/W Illustrations
by CRC Press

174 Pages 326 Color & 6 B/W Illustrations
by CRC Press

Human Skeletal Remains is a step-by-step field guide to teach proper recovery techniques when a forensic anthropologist is unavailable for immediate scene responses. In the absence of a forensic anthropologist, the investigator assumes the responsibility of ensuring the complete and accurate recovery of skeletal materials from scenes. This could be problematic if the investigator has not had... Read more

Introduction

1. Identification

2.  Recovery

3. Preservation

Appendix A: Baseline data sheet

Appendix B: Azimuth data sheet

Appendix C: Azimuth mapping

Appendix D:  Equipment list

Appendix E: Construct datum stake

Appendix F: Burial unit dimensions

Appendix G: Suggested readings and additional resources

Biography

Hillary R. Parsons, PhD is a forensic anthropologist and sole proprietor of Odyssey Anthropology, LLC.

Samuel S. White, PhD is an archaeologist and cultural anthropologist and co-owner of Bone and Stone Anthrosciences, LLC

Teresa A. White, PhD is a forensic and cultural anthropologist and co-owner of Bone and Stone Anthrosciences, LLC