by Mahanta Putul
Modern Textbook of Forensic Medicine contains 52 chapters, and eminent contributors have contributed a lot. The book also contains excellent colorful figures for easy understanding and self-learning. There was a long-felt need for a good textbook of this standard. The book deals with application of the principles and knowledge of medicine for the purpose of law, both civil and criminal. The common people believe that doctors are meant for treating patients. In addition to patient care, doctors are having the responsibilities to help the law enforcement authorities in handling legal matters. For this, medical students are to study Forensic Medicine as well as Toxicology. A doctor plays vital role in judgment delivery process as an important witness. This book will fulfill long-felt need of both undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as teachers in the subject of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology.