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Book Synopsis: Discover the extraordinary role of plants in modern forensics, from their use as evidence in the trials of high-profile murderers such as Ted Bundy to high-value botanical trafficking and poaching.
We are all familiar with the role of blood spatters or fingerprints in solving crimes, from stories in the media of DNA testing or other biological evidence being used as the clinching evidence to incriminate a killer. This book lifts the lid on the equally important evidence from plants at a crime scene, from the incriminating presence of freshwater plants in the lungs of a drowning victim, to rare botanical poisons in the evening gin and tonic, to exotic trafficked flowers and drugs. In Planting Clues, David Gibson explores how plants can help to solve crimes, as well as how plant crimes are themselves solved. He discusses the botanical evidence that proved important in bringing a number of high-profile murderers such as Ian Huntley (the 2002 Shoham Murders), and Bruno Hauptman (the 1932 Baby Lindbergh kidnapping) to trial, from leaf fragments and wood anatomy to pollen and spores. Throughout, he traces the evolution of forensic botany and shares the fascinating stories that advanced its progress.
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Are you fascinated by crime-solving techniques and forensic investigations? If so, we have the perfect book for you: Planting Clues: How plants solve crimes. This captivating book explores the extraordinary role of plants in modern forensics, shedding light on their use as crucial evidence in high-profile murder trials, botanical trafficking, and poaching cases.
While blood spatters and fingerprints have long been the focus of crime-solving narratives, this book uncovers the equally important evidence that plants provide at a crime scene. From the presence of freshwater plants in the lungs of a drowning victim to the identification of rare botanical poisons in a seemingly innocent gin and tonic, plants have the power to reveal hidden secrets.
Planting Clues delves into the intriguing world of forensic botany, highlighting the botanical evidence that played a crucial role in bringing notorious murderers to justice. Discover how leaf fragments, wood anatomy, pollen, and spores have provided critical clues in cases like the 2002 Shoham Murders and the 1932 Baby Lindbergh kidnapping. This book traces the evolution of forensic botany and shares the remarkable stories that have advanced its progress.
If you're intrigued by the intersection of botany and crime-solving, Planting Clues is a must-read. Get your copy today and unlock the fascinating secrets hidden within the world of forensic botany.
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