Making Faces: Using forensic and archaeological evidence

by A. J. N. W. Prag

The compelling story of pioneering work in reconstructing the facial appearance of ancient people from their skulls. A Minoan priestess, 'Lindow Man' and most spectacularly Philip II of Macedon spring to life through the work of numerous specialists ranging from dentists to geneticists and archaeologists to radiologists. Now very reasonably priced in paperback.

Genres: Archaeology, Nonfiction

Paperback

First published June 1, 1997

Reviews

[Melissa]

Really interesting! Dated for sure (from the last century) but reading about their process is fascinating.

[Annie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fascinating! Neave is a leading forensic artist - he makes faces from skulls in order to help police identify victims - and archaelogists, too.
This book looks at the process he uses (different to the American and Russian methods) and some famous cases, including Philip of Macedon (Alexander the Great's father).

[Rebecca · Rating 5 out of 5]

fascinating science that allows us to stare into the faces of our long dead ancestors