Finger Prints

The book delves into the historical significance of fingerprints in criminal investigations, highlighting Sir Francis Galton's pioneering research in the late 19th century. Galton developed a systematic approach to classify fingerprints based on unique patterns, which he documented through detailed drawings and photographs. His method laid the groundwork for modern fingerprint identification, later refined by Sir Edward R. Henry and officially adopted by Scotland Yard. This classic work is essential for historians, criminologists, and enthusiasts of forensic science.