The Detection of Forgery A Practical Handbook for the Use of Bankers, Solicitors, Magistrates' Clerks, and All Handling Suspected Documents

"The Detection of Forgery" by Douglas Blackburn is an early 20th-century guide for professionals who handle important documents, teaching them how to spot fake signatures and writings. It explains the basic ideas behind analyzing handwriting, emphasizing that everyone has unique writing habits, often without even realizing it, that experts can recognize. It encourages readers to use these techniques in order to advance their professional expertise. The book sets a tone that places emphasis on practical skills and close observation for those interested in becoming experts in forgery detection.