18 Tiny Deaths (Paperback)

Bruce Goldfarb

ISBN 10: 1728217547 / ISBN 13: 9781728217543

Published by Sourcebooks, 2021

Paperback. A forgotten woman. A revolutionary idea. The true story behind the birth of modern forensic science.In a time when women were shut out of science and police work was more art than evidence, Frances Glessner Lee created the "Nutshell Studies of Unexplained Death"--detailed dioramas used to train homicide detectives how to observe, think critically, and solve complex cases.18 Tiny Deaths by Bruce Goldfarb is the gripping, critically acclaimed biography of the woman who became known as the mother of forensic science. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Goldfarb captures how Lee defied gender barriers and reshaped a field long dominated by men."Devotees of TV's CSI will have their minds blown." --Publishers Weekly, STARRED reviewWhy readers are hooked: A true crime story told through justice, resilience, and innovationA hidden history that reads like a forensic thrillerA tribute to one woman's relentless pursuit of truth and impactIf you're drawn to real-life trailblazers, forensic breakthroughs, or hidden women in history, 18 Tiny Deaths delivers a powerful, unforgettable read. Subtitle in hardcover printing: The untold story of Frances Glessner Lee and the invention of modern forensics. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781728217543

Synopsis:

A forgotten woman. A revolutionary idea. The true story behind the birth of modern forensic science.

In a time when women were shut out of science and police work was more art than evidence, Frances Glessner Lee created the "Nutshell Studies of Unexplained Death"―detailed dioramas used to train homicide detectives how to observe, think critically, and solve complex cases.

18 Tiny Deaths by Bruce Goldfarb is the gripping, critically acclaimed biography of the woman who became known as the mother of forensic science. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Goldfarb captures how Lee defied gender barriers and reshaped a field long dominated by men.

"Devotees of TV's CSI will have their minds blown." ―Publishers Weekly, STARRED review

Why readers are hooked:

• A true crime story told through justice, resilience, and innovation
• A hidden history that reads like a forensic thriller
• A tribute to one woman's relentless pursuit of truth and impact

If you're drawn to real-life trailblazers, forensic breakthroughs, or hidden women in history, 18 Tiny Deaths delivers a powerful, unforgettable read.

About the Author:

A former EMT/paramedic and a nursing school dropout, Bruce Goldfarb has written for national and local newspapers, magazines, and web publications. He also wrote and edited several medical texts and reference books. This is his first book of popular nonfiction. He lives in Baltimore, Maryland.

Bibliographic Details

Title: 18 Tiny Deaths (Paperback)
Publisher: Sourcebooks
Publication Date: 2021
Binding: Paperback
Condition: new