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Real Forensic Science Revealed

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Many of you are hooked on the TV series, CSI, and other forensic-based TV forensic scienceshows.  For you, I have a great book recommendation.  The Poisoner’s Handbook, by Deborah Blum.  She shows how the real forensic science is revealed.

Blum goes through a variety of poisons: strychnine, mercury, arsenic, and even “bootleg gin,” and explains in great detail …

Was Sherlock Ahead of His Time?

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male-eye-closeup-view-32868928Sherlock Holmes practiced his craft in the 19th century but the TV show, CSI, didn’t air until the 21st. century—yet they use many of the crime scene techniques Sherlock used.  How could he be so far ahead of his time?  Judging by the number of new shows about Sherlock Holmes, he still fascinates all of us—me included!

Sir …