Although there are many details of injury, murder scenes and bodies throughout the book, these are necessary for the subject. They make compelling and unforgettable reading. Several high-profile cases are featured in the book, some of which are internationally notorious. In a case where a crime has allegedly been committed, discovering the truth is even more important. He shows that there’s a beauty to the human body, even a deceased one, and that uncovering its layers to determine the cause of death is actually an art. This was an area I previously knew little of, so I’m pleased that Dr Shepherd was my guide to a subject that many people find uncomfortable or even abhorrent. Luckily, I pushed through my initial fear of the contents and I can now strongly recommend this as a fascinating, engaging read.ĭr Richard Shepherd writes clearly and confidently about his career in forensic pathology. It’s mainly about post mortems and there’s a scalpel on the front cover. I was worried that this book would be too far out of my comfort zone.
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