Disputed Handwriting: An Exhaustive, Valuable, and Comprehensive Work upon One of the Most Important Subjects of to-Day. with Illustrations and Expositions for the Detection and Study of Forgery by Handwriting of All Kinds

Written in the early 20th century by Jerome Buell Lavay, 'Disputed Handwriting' is a comprehensive examination of handwriting analysis and forgery detection. This pioneering work provides critical techniques for identifying forged signatures, essential for bank officials and business professionals. Lavay discusses the complexities of forgery and emphasizes the importance of systematic analysis, illustrating how even perfect imitations can be detected by trained examiners. The book serves as a vital resource for understanding the nuances of handwriting and the psychological factors that influence forgery.