Describes the history of the Shroud of Turin and argues that it was created by Leonardo da Vinci using a primitive photographic process
In The Truth About the Shroud of Turin , investigative reporter Robert K. Wilcox applies his investigative eye and compelling writing style to this mysterious artifact.
The painstaking investigation that led McCrone to this historic discovery is recounted here in Judgment Day for the Shroud of Turin, one of only two books to scientifically, and fully, discount the shroud story.
The book provides an up-to-date summary of what is known about the Shroud. The focus is on historical and empirical evidence.
Although there are many books on the subject, none contains such a formidable quantity of scientific news and reports. Unique in its genre, this book is a powerful tool for those who want to study the Turin Shroud deeply.
Both Wilson and Rolfe, however,must have been pleased with his work,which justified the gamble of Rolfe's funding of Frei's trip, and one could easily conclude that the latter may have regarded it as a loan repaid.
Nicolotti directly addresses the thorny problem of the authenticity of the relic and the difficult relationship between history, faith, and science.
The Turin Shroud is Genuine: The Irrefutable Evidence
Harpster, “Carlo Borromeo's Itineraries,” 102–3; and Stewart, “Devotions to the Passion,” 320–22. 96. For the mediative similarities between the Shroud and the Holy Sepulchre at Varallo, see Gentile, “Carlo Borromeo,” 396–97; and Longo, ...
In this title, the author provides an overview of the shroud, its history and origins, the theories surrounding its negative image, and scientific discoveries made about its composition and provenance.
Filled with facts of science and history; you are guaranteed to learn a lot! Well researched and well written. This book is small and doesn't take too long to read -- makes a great gift!