Learn how the human ear can identify a person with remarkable reliability, even when other features change.
This book explores ear anatomy and lifelong features that make earprints a practical tool for identification. It explains why the ear stays consistent while other facial traits shift with time, dress, or disguise, and how photographs and nature-prints help capture permanent marks of identity.
Drawing on observations of ears from diverse groups and historical methods, it surveys how non-criminals, criminals, and scientists view ear-based identification. It also connects early ideas from Lavater with modern thinking, offering a clear, evidence-based look at how the ear functions as a biometric hallmark.
Ideal for readers curious about forensic science, biometrics, and the history of personal identification.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of the human ear, exploring its potential as a tool for personal identification. The author, a pioneer in the field, argues that the shape of the ear, particularly the helix or outer rim, offers a unique and unalterable key to unlocking individual identity. This exploration is grounded in the author's extensive observations of thousands of ears, spanning diverse demographics and cultures. The book traces the history of ear studies, examining the work of ancient thinkers like Aristotle and Pliny, who attempted to link ear shapes to character traits. It then presents the author's own systematic approach to classifying ears, employing a detailed system of five divisions of the helix. The author further examines the correlation between ear shape and heredity, showcasing the striking similarities in ear structures across family members. By offering a comprehensive framework for understanding and classifying the human ear, this book provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intricate details of human anatomy, the history of physiognomy, and the fascinating potential of the ear for personal identification. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332056682_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332056682
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332056682
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)