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Pearson+ gives you access to much more than your eTextbook. Most titles also include audiobooks, study notes, flashcards and more to help you thrive in the classroom. For introductory courses in criminal investigation. Blending theory and practice in criminal investigation Criminal Investigation: The Art and the Science is a clear, thorough examination of the fundamentals of criminal investigation and forensic science, as practiced in the US. Written by nationally recognized criminal investigation expert Michael Lyman, this text parallels the steps of the criminal investigation to give students a well-rounded understanding of the work of the investigator. It also unpacks forensic and technological innovations for the novice learner. The 9th Edition has been extensively updated with new and revised material, a new chapter on investigating officer-involved shootings, and updated case studies and graphics.