"Offers nearly 500 color images of the most commonly encountered materials for specimen comparison and identification

Provides basic instruction on microscopy techniques for professionals without formal training

Combines techniques into one source for the first time in language that avoids scientific jargon

Shows the commonality of specimen analysis among art restorers, archeologists, chemists, and forensic scientists

Covers a wide range of materials such as synthetic and natural fibers, wood fragments, paint chips, pigments, soils, mineral grains, gemstones, and human and animal hair."

Has a USA focus.