The Human Skeleton: The Basics provides an accessible overview of the basic characteristics of the human skeleton that can be used to understand the life and (sometimes) death of persons represented only by their skeletons. Topics covered include: Osteology (bones) and Odontology (teeth) Estimating Ancestry Sex and Age at Death Calculating Stature Skeletal Anomalies Cultural Modifications Cranial and Dental Pathological Conditions Disease and Trauma. The Human Skeleton: The Basics is an essential read for students faculty and professionals in anthropology biology forensics and criminal justice.
