Reflections of a Forensic Handwriting Expert
$29.95
Description
Forensic handwriting examiner Reed Hayes draws on over forty years of experience to reveal the intrigue behind disputed documents, forgeries, and historic writings. In this richly illustrated work, Reed shares some of his most compelling and instructive cases — from disputed wills and forged contracts to anonymous letters and historical documents tied to famous names.
Reed’s cases take the reader on a forensic journey, providing real-life stories as well as realistic explanations and education into the forensic evidence process. Combining science, art, and human drama, Reflections of a Forensic Handwriting Expert reveals how the written word can expose deception, confirm truth, and shape the course of justice.
Reed Hayes, a certified forensic document examiner, demonstrates that truth lies not in what is written, but how it is written. In this revealing memoir, some of his most memorable cases come to life. Travel the world with Mr. Hayes as he recounts his keen observations deciphering handwritten documents, peeling back the layers of deception and nefarious motivations hidden in ink. Mr. Hayes provides the reader with an unforgettable glimpse into reading between the proverbial lines where every stroke of the pen tells a tale or keeps a secret. —E’lyn Bryan, FDE, BAI, Founder and President of Scientific Association of Forensic Examiners
Reed Hayes’ newest book is so much more than a recounting of his most memorable forensic document and handwriting cases; they are riveting case studies that take the reader on a forensic journey, providing not only real-life stories but also a realistic explanation and education into the forensic evidence process. —Dr. Heidi H. Harralson, Dipl., Board Certified Forensic Document Examiner
Stunning in every way, this book on handwriting and document examination is the fi nest to appear in the fi eld in decades. The unique combination of the author’s knowledge, training and experience makes it difficult to put down. Cases from around the world are meticulously described with illustrations and educational insight. From horrific to heartrending, the examples are revealing and memorable. This book will contribute a legacy of insight and information for generations to come. —Ruth Homes, CDE
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230 pages. ISBN No: 978-0-9778415-2-3.
