Grave Concerns
Locating and Unearthing Human Bodies
Published on 30. October 2010
Book
Paperback/Softback
186 pages
978-1-921513-70-1 (ISBN)
Description
Constructing graves is a uniquely human activity. When the grave is hidden it is most likely done so to conceal a murder or the wrongful disposal of a body. Finding these buried bodies is vital for both a successful legal prosecution as well as the emotional closure required for family and friends of the victim. This unique text provides a compact reference for those who find themselves called upon to search for missing persons who have met a tragic fate. Other readers will find a greater understanding of the science and culture that lies behind clandestine graves, so often a key component of both real life and fiction. Hidden bodies deserve to be found and this book outlines techniques that increase the likelihood of success with professional patience, persistence and a knowledge-based approach.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Bowen Hills, QLD
Australia
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 13 mm
Weight
355 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-921513-70-1 (9781921513701)
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Dr. Kathryn Powell is an anthropologist whose work has spanned social, forensic and health anthropology. Dr Powell has researched and translated her research findings into program design and policy recommendations to Ministers in government departments. Out of assessment and evaluation projects she has prompted organisational change. Taking a systemic lens Dr. Powell has developed and led innovative organisational change such as a new business planning model, education programs, key performance indicators. Her research lens considers the lived context of the intended service recipients (consumers) and the underpinning ideology /ideological principles organising service delivery and policy.
Dr. Powell is now Executive Officer of the Adelaide College of Divinity, which offers higher education in theology.
Dr. Powell is now Executive Officer of the Adelaide College of Divinity, which offers higher education in theology.