Signaletic Instructions: Including The Theory And Practice Of Anthropometrical Identification (1896)

Signaletic Instructions: Including The Theory And Practice Of Anthropometrical Identification (1896) is a book written by Alphonse Bertillon, a French police officer and biometrics researcher. The book is a comprehensive guide to the practice of anthropometry, a method of identifying individuals based on their physical measurements and characteristics. In the book, Bertillon provides detailed instructions on how to measure various parts of the body, such as the head, arms, legs, and torso, and how to record these measurements in a standardized way. He also discusses the importance of taking into account other physical features, such as scars, tattoos, and moles, in order to create a complete signaletic description of an individual.The book includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the techniques and methods described. Bertillon also provides case studies and examples of how anthropometry has been used in criminal investigations and in identifying missing persons.Overall, Signaletic Instructions is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of biometrics and forensic science, as well as for those involved in law enforcement and criminal investigation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.