Trials of a Forensic Psychologist: A Casebook

by Charles Patrick Ewing

A fascinating collection of ten high-profile cases illustrating the controversial, often contentious-yet essential-role of forensic psychology in the American justice system Written by psychologist and lawyer Charles Patrick Ewing, one of the country's leading experts on forensic psychology, Trials of a Forensic A Casebook is a scholarly, thought-provoking collection of cases from the author's three decades of professional experience. Bringing to life the psychological and legal details of each case as well as the personal stories involved, this volume insightfully covers those issues facing forensic psychologists, Informative, compelling, and educational, each of the ten cases presented in Trials of a Forensic A Casebook offers a rare glimpse at the work of forensic psychologists, how forensic psychologists are examined in court, the ways in which their expertise is used by the legal system, and the contributions they make to the system's ultimate goal of doing justice.

Genres: Nonfiction, Psychology, True Crime

304 pages, Paperback

First published September 16, 2008

Reviews

[juno ‪- ̗̀ ꪔ̤ ̖́-‬]

the only reason i didn’t finish this book is i had to return it to my psychology professor before the end of the year.

it was so interesting and hopefully in the future i can find it and finish reading it.

i would recommend it, especially if you are studying forensic science, psychology, or criminal justice. however, it does read much like a textbook, so beware

[Frances Bell · Rating 3 out of 5]

The more I read, the more I wondered how the hell the truth ever gets properly presented in a courtroom - there seem to be so many instances where lawyers and judges determine in advance what will and won't be presented that you can never get the real story.

[Senta Hackman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Just so interesting! Full of different true crime cases and how they play out pre, during, and post trial

[Wagrobanite · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting book and especially interesting as I never knew such a job existed

[Arielle · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very interesting read. I aspire to be a forensic psychologist as a career and feel as though this book gave some excellent background information as to what's involved.