Starr, Douglas P

Studies how the theories that surround human blood have changed and developed throughout history, and discusses how blood has been used in medicine, the development of transfusions, the creation of fake blood, and other related topics.

Examines the arrest and trial of serial murderer Joseph Vacher, discussing how prosecutor Emile Fourquet and Dr. Alexandre Lacassagne used forensic evidence and techniques which were new at the time to catch and convict him.