Signaletic Instructions : Kessinger Publishing : 9781165055012 : 1165055015 : 10 Sep 2010 : Signaletic Instructions: Including The Theory And Practice Of Anthropometrical Identification is a book written by Alphonse Bertillon in 1896. Bertillon was a French criminologist who developed a system of physical measurements, called anthropometry, to identify criminals. This book is a comprehensive guide to the use of anthropometry in criminal investigations. It includes detailed instructions on how to take and record measurements of various parts of the body, such as the head, face, hands, and feet. The book also covers the theory behind the use of anthropometric measurements for identification, including the statistical analysis of measurements and the development of standardized classification systems. In addition, the book includes numerous illustrations and photographs to aid in the identification process. This book is an important historical document in the development of forensic scien