Cause of Death: A Leading Forensic Expert Sets the Record Straight on JFK, RFK, Elvis, Chappaquiddick, and Other Sensational Cases

In this riveting eye-opening book, Dr. Cyril Wecht, a leading forensic pathologist, probes the evidence in the most controversial cases of unnatural death of our time. Cyril Wecht, M.D., J.D., has used his acclaimed expertise, his riveting testimony as a consultant in the criminal justice process, and the latest medical evidence to cast bold, brilliant, and often shocking new light on such cases as:

[e[ The JFK Assassination, including why the "single bullet theory" is totally impossible, what the "missing brain" can tell us, and the new computer technology that can settle all doubts about the shooting.

[e[ The death of Robert Kennedy, and the physical proof that Sirhan Sirhan could not have fired the fatal shot.

[e[ Ted Kennedy, and what really happened to him and Mary Jo Kopechne on the tragic night of Chappaquiddick.

[e[ Elvis Presley, victim of shocking medical malpractice and subject of one of the greatest cover-ups of our time.

These are just some of the most sensational cases that are re-evaluated with stunning impact in this fascinating book. All are backed up by Dr. Cyril Wecht's impeccable credentials and implacable probing, and personal involvement in each case. This provocative book is true crime and medical detection at its most authentic and compelling"e"a must for anyone interested in the truth behind the headlines.