The Origin Of Fingerprinting (1916)

The Origin of Fingerprinting is a book written by William James Herschel in 1916. Herschel was a British civil servant who worked in India during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. During his time in India, Herschel became interested in the use of fingerprints as a means of identification. He began collecting fingerprints from the people he encountered and eventually developed a system for classifying them.In this book, Herschel describes his experiences in India and his work with fingerprints. He explains how he first became interested in the subject and how he developed his system for classification. Herschel also discusses the history of fingerprinting, including its use in ancient cultures and its adoption by law enforcement agencies around the world.The book includes numerous examples of fingerprints and their classifications, as well as illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the system. Herschel also discusses the potential uses of fingerprinting beyond law enforcement, such as in the fields of anthropology and medicine.Overall, The Origin of Fingerprinting is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a fascinating look at the history and development of this important forensic science technique.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.