Neil Bradbury
A Taste for Poison: Eleven Deadly Substances and the Killers Who Used Them
A Taste for Poison: Eleven Deadly Substances and the Killers Who Used Them
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A fascinating blend of popular science, medical history, and narrative crime nonfiction, "A Taste for Poison" explores the morbidly captivating method of murder from a cellular level, revealing the ways in which our bodies can be impaired to lethal effect through the use of poison. Based on historical records and current news headlines, the book weaves together the tales of spurned lovers, shady scientists, medical professionals, and political assassins, showing how the precise systems of the body can be impaired to lethal effect.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 15 September 2022
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
A captivating tale of poisons and poisonous deeds, this book has been hailed as a "Daily Mail Book of the Week" and an "Amazon US Best Book of 2022." Written by Dr. Neil Bradbury, it delves into the morbidly captivating method of murder from a cellular level, exploring how poisons work to break down the human body.
Through a blend of popular science, medical history, and narrative crime nonfiction, Bradbury examines eleven molecules of death that work their way through the human body, illuminating the way in which our bodies function. The book weaves together the fascinating tales of spurned lovers, shady scientists, medical professionals, and political assassins, showing how the precise systems of the body can be impaired to lethal effect through the use of poison.
Drawing from historical records and current news headlines, A Taste for Poison takes readers on a fascinating tour of the intricate, complex systems that keep us alive—or don't. From the deadly origins of the gin & tonic cocktail to the arsenic-laced wallpaper in Napoleon's bedroom, the book provides a comprehensive exploration of the world of poisons and their impact on human history.
In conclusion, A Taste for Poison is a must-read for anyone interested in the darker side of human history, medicine, and science. It is a fascinating and informative book that will captivate readers from start to finish.
Weight: 210g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008484583
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