Groundbreaking system for personal identification that aims for unbreakable certainty
This edition explains Bertillon’s signaletic method, a threefold approach to describing a person: precise physical measurements, observable bodily form and movement, and distinctive surface marks. It shows how these descriptions can be stored in files and used to recognize someone again, even if they change their name or appearance.
The book traces how the system spread worldwide—from police stations to prisons—and how it can protect the innocent while aiding the punishment of the guilty. It also covers practical instructions for applying the methods, with updates that include new forms and recent additions to signaletic cards used in Paris.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of human identification, exploring a groundbreaking system developed by Dr. Alphonse Bertillon in the late 19th century. This system, known as "signaletics," utilizes a three-pronged approach to distinguish individuals with unprecedented accuracy. First, anthropometry involves meticulously measuring specific bone dimensions, capitalizing on the remarkable diversity of the human skeleton. Second, descriptive information focuses on physical characteristics like eye color, hair texture, and facial features, creating a detailed portrait. Finally, the system catalogs unique markings such as scars and tattoos, further solidifying individual identity. The author meticulously details the system's procedures, emphasizing the importance of uniformity and precision in measurements and descriptions. This scientific approach revolutionized criminal justice by enabling authorities to identify repeat offenders with unparalleled certainty. Beyond its immediate impact on law enforcement, the book explores the broader implications of signaletics, envisioning a future where this system could streamline passport control, prevent fraud, and even assist in identifying fallen soldiers. By offering a comprehensive and accessible explanation of this innovative system, the book sheds light on its potential to transform various aspects of society. Ultimately, this book underscores the profound significance of accurate identification in upholding social order and protecting individual rights. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332195824_0
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Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 450 pages. 9.00x6.00x1.02 inches. This item is printed on demand. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers zk1332195822
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Zustand: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from Signaletic Instructions: Including the Theory and Practice of Anthropometrical IdentificationrnrnA very considerable portion of the crimes and wrongs which disturb the order of human society result either directly or . Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 2147933121
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