The Dead Horse Investigation: Forensic Photo Analysis for Everyone by Colleen Fitzpatrick, PhD http://www.thefamilyhistorystore.com/genealogy-forensic-genealogy-c-34_69_717.html A must-have for any genealogist interested in creative ways of solving family mysteries. Step into the 21st century of photo identification! If you think you have squeezed every drop of information from your photos, guess again. Have you ever considered using an ultraviolet light to date your photos? What does it mean if you find a photo on the back of an old picture? How can you spot a fake? How can you tell what camera was used to take a picture of someone posing in his BVDs? Nowadays everyone can become his own photo-expert. Even the simplest photo can lead you on an unexpected adventure. Keeping an eye out for important details is just the first step. Knowing what these details mean and how to chase them down is just as critical. Maps, catalogs, even eBay and Amazon.com are just a few of the useful resources available tdo the modern forensic genealogist both on and offline. You only need imagination about where to look and some creativity on how to tie things together. Forensic genealogy is not just for rocket scientists, it is for everyone with an imagination. So if you are up for some exciting fun investigating your old photographs, this book is for you! About the Author... Colleen Fitzpatrick, Ph.D., is the author of two of the best-selling books in genealogy. Forensic Genealogy has been widely recognized for its innovative forensic science approach to genealogical research. She has been featured on NPR's Talk of the Nation radio program (July 2005), and has written cover articles for Internet Genealogy (June 2006), Family Tree Magazine (April 2006) and Family Chronicle (October 2005). Colleen writes a regular column for Ancestry magazine. Colleen's day job is as a recognized expert in high resolution optical measurement techniques, with many years' experience working for NASA and the National Science Foundation. But in Forensic Genealogy and DNA & Genealogy, Colleen shows that you don't have to be a rocket scientist to get the most from your genealogical materials. Kindred Trails Worldwide Genealogy Resources Linking the World Together with Roots www.kindredtrails.com The Family History Store Products for discovering, preserving and celebrating your heritage www.thefamilyhistorystore.com Surname Directory Index of Independent Surname Websites www.surnamedirectory.com