The book detail's Shepherd’s involvement in several landmark events: Unnatural Causes: Shepherd, Richard: 9781405923538
: Shepherd views each autopsy as a "detective story," where his primary goal is to find the objective cause of death, regardless of public opinion or initial police theories.
: While he works with the dead, his ultimate focus is often providing closure and justice for those left behind. Key Cases Explored
: A central theme is the psychological impact of a "life in death". Shepherd candidly discusses his eventual diagnosis of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and the strain his intense career placed on his family life.
