Description
Comparative Bone Identification: Human Subadult to Nonhuman presents new images of human bones representing many states of maturation from neonate to 20 years old. It also extends the scope of the former work by focusing on the smaller bones of fetuses and young humans and comparing them to bones of birds, reptiles, marine mammals, fish, and a frog that may be confused with those of a subadult human. The ebook begins with a section on general osteology and explains the major anatomical differences between humans and other animals. The second section compares human and nonhuman bones, categorized by type of bone, and includes most of the major bones in humans and nonhumans. The third section presents skeletons within species. Containing nearly 3,500 color photographs, the book provides examples of similar bones in nonhuman species that may be confused with the human bone in question. The bone images are also taken from different angles to enhance detailed understanding. 853 p.
- .Diane L. France. PhD in physical anthropology, Forensic anthropologist, recognized expert by district courts in Colorado and Wisconsin. Fellow of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences. Her research interests include forensic anthropology and human and nonhuman osteology. Owner of “France Custom Casting”, which provides museum-quality replicas of forensic specimen.
- Publication date (digital version): 2017-02.
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