THE CROSS AND THE SHROUD: A MEDICAL EXAMINER INVESTIGATES THE CRUCIFIXION

Smithtown, NY: Exposition Press, 1982. First Edition. Signed presentation from Zugibe on the front endpaper: 'To Joan & Pete, our closest friends. Best wishes for a happy & spiritual future. Frederick Thomas Zugibe [1928-2013) was the chief medical examiner of Rockland County, New York from 1969 to 2002. He was one of the United States' most prominent forensics experts, known for his research and books on forensic medicine as well as his crucifixion and Shroud of Turin studies. This book provides a detailed analysis on Christ's death-from the crown of thorns to the burial tomb. As the world's leading authority on the crucifixion, Zugibe incorporates (truncated) the latest scientific discoveries about the Shroud of Turin, including recently released findings that disprove the previous attempts radiocarbon dating. Detailing his own personal examination of the Shroud, he sheds new light on its authenticity and provides the most complete scientific account of Christ's death. Scarce to find books signed by Zugibe. 8vo., off-white cloth in dust jacket; 219 pages. Illustrated.. Very Good (covers nice; contents clean & tight); minor wear (tiny tear, small nick) d/j. (Inventory #: 57036)