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

Author:   Teresa A. White (Bone and Stone Anthrosciences, USA) ,  Hillary R. Parsons (Odyssey Anthropology, USA) ,  Samuel S. White
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
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9781032621951


Pages:   120
Publication Date:   11 August 2025
Format:   Paperback
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Human Skeletal Remains: A Field Guide to Identification, Recovery, and Preservation


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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 specialized training in human remains recoveries. To help investigators carry out this task, the authors developed this guide using 328 full-color demonstrative photos with easy-to-follow instructions on how to identify and recover human skeletal remains using scientifically defensible methods. It is an excellent resource for law enforcement, medicolegal death investigators, CSIs, anthropologists, medical examiners, coroners, evidence recovery technicians, students, and other forensic professionals. Features Side-by-side photographic comparisons of adult and juvenile human remains with nonhuman bones Start to finish demonstration of proper recovery techniques involving scenes with surface scattered and buried human remains Preservation considerations with respect to cultural sensitivity and ethical practices Human Skeletal Remains is an illustrative tool designed to accompany you on scene. Use it to identify the bones you locate, then follow the instructions to recover them. Get it dirty!

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Author:   Teresa A. White (Bone and Stone Anthrosciences, USA) ,  Hillary R. Parsons (Odyssey Anthropology, USA) ,  Samuel S. White
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   CRC Press
ISBN:  

9781032621951


ISBN 10:   1032621958
Pages:   120
Publication Date:   11 August 2025
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Forthcoming
Availability:   Not yet available   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

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

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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

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