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OverviewIdeal for professional and aspiring crime writers. How many times have you read a crime novel describing a poisoning, a stabbing, an explosion or a shooting and realised it's wrong? Mistakes jar and can undermine a brilliant plot. This guide will help you to avoid these mistakes, save you research time and ensure that your writing is scientifically credible. Crime writers increasingly look for accuracy in their work and this book, which assumes no previous scientific knowledge, will be a valuable asset for both novices and experienced writers and will also fascinate readers who love crime fiction. This book explains: * The nature of poisons and how they work. * How to knock out a character and avoid killing them * The nature of explosives are and what happens in an explosion.. * How fires start and their effects on people and buildings. * Firearms, suppressors and how they work * Mechanisms for murder. * Tips on fighting back from an attack and escaping from captivity. * Problems of body disposal and crime scene clean-up. * The nature and use of DNA. * Forensic techniques & how evidence can be misinterpreted. Reviews on Amazon Katie 5.0 out of 5 stars The science behind crime scenes Paperback Verified Purchase Invaluable step-by-step guide, which looks at the science behind the crime scene. This book is well written, informative and easy to use. A must-have. 4.0 out of 5 stars Great reference for crime writers Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase This is a great and easy to read reference for the science behind writing crime. It will definitely be a well used tool in my writing. I also like how case studies are included to show what is being told / explained. Easy recommendation from me! Full Product DetailsAuthor: Brian Price (Scientist)Publisher: GLMP Ltd Imprint: Studymates Edition: This title helps aspiring crime writers to ensure Volume: 51 Dimensions: Width: 18.00cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 25.00cm Weight: 0.545kg ISBN: 9781842855379ISBN 10: 1842855379 Pages: 264 Publication Date: 06 September 2019 Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , General , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationBrian Price is a chemist, biologist and avid reader of crime fiction. He has worked as a tutor in science and technology for the Open University, as an environmental consultant and has worked for the U.K. Environment Agency. He now advises crime writers on the scientific accuracy of their work and writes. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |