5-STAR REVIEW: CRANIOFACIAL ANATOMY AND FORENSIC IDENTIFICATION by Gloria Nusse

Publication Date: October 13, 2022

Our bodies record what happens to us physically throughout our lives. This is illustrated by the simple appearance of scars from injuries sustained years, and even decades ago. Evidence such as scars also tells us how we used our joints or may have injured them as children and adults. Our bodies conform to the environment in which we live, both outside and inside. By examining and observing these key clues, a forensic investigator can reveal the unique character that tells the story of a person’s life and death.

Craniofacial Anatomy and Forensic Identification is an atlas that covers all aspects of facial reconstruction and anatomy of the head and neck, such as facial expression and the anatomic basis for facial development, along with the effects of muscle movement. Written by a world-renowned forensic artist with decades of experience as a scientific illustrator as well as a portraitist, anthropologist, and lecturer in anatomy and biology, the author is as much a scientist as an artist.

1. Comprehensively addresses the history o facial reconstruction, facial development, muscle movements, and bone physiology used by forensic artists and forensic anthropologists
2. Demonstrates techniques in mold making and sculpting to bring the body to life
3. Includes images from cadaver labs and recent case studies
4. Provides detailed anatomy of vessels and nerves found in the face including the eyes
5. Details the muscles, ligaments and tissues down to the skull
6. Describes the changing face as it ages

Fictional characters like Kay Scarpetta and Eve Duncan captivate readers with their forensic investigations into human skeletal remains.

And without realizing it, we become fascinated by a science that features facial reconstruction and bone physiology. For an in-depth, yet digestible primer, Craniofacial Anatomy and Forensic Identification is the perfect fit.

Author Gloria Nusse combines her knowledge of anthropology with artistic skills to break down key concepts regarding facial identification. She walks readers through the basics, leading up to mold-making and sculpting, while highlighting anatomy in the process.

Even for the casual reader, the various images serve as points of interest, particularly when the author describes the changing face as it ages. The detailed illustrations are high-quality, helping to reinforce the content.

Craniofacial Anatomy and Forensic Identification highlights the clues our bodies leave behind.

Gloria Nusse is a forensic artist, anatomist and anthropologist. She has aided in identification of unidentified remains and return 14 plus persons to their families. As well she has recreated the faces of ancient peoples of the Middle East, as well as recreations of the crystal skull for National Geographic among others. Her work has been featured on 48 Hours, Forensic Files, Dateline, National Geographic specials, Unsolved History and others. She worked as a scientific artist for over 35 years and has taught human dissection and anatomy at San Francisco State University for 12 years. ( currently Emeritus)

She has authored and co-authored several journal articles and chapters for various publications. She was the invited speaker for the Chalmers Historical Address for the Association of Oral and Maxillary surgeons meeting in 2013.

As well she has taught many workshops for professionals, including the FBI.

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