Famous Poison Mysteries (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432571788)

Famous Poison Mysteries by Edward H. Smith is a compelling book that explores some of the most infamous cases of poisoning in history. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a different case, ranging from the poisoning of Napoleon Bonaparte to the mysterious death of Marilyn Monroe. Throughout the book, Smith provides a detailed account of each case, including the circumstances surrounding the poisoning, the investigation that followed, and the ultimate outcome. He also delves into the science of poisons, explaining how they work and how they can be detected. In addition to the historical cases, Famous Poison Mysteries also includes more recent cases, such as the poisoning of Russian spy Alexander Litvinenko. Smith examines each case from multiple angles, including the motives of the poisoner, the potential suspects, and the impact of the poisoning on society as a whole. Overall, Famous Poison Mysteries is a fascinating read for anyone interested in true crime, history, or science. Smith's writing is engaging and accessible, making complex scientific concepts easy to understand. The book is well-researched and provides a comprehensive look at some of the most intriguing cases of poisoning throughout history.Twenty-One Cases, Both Classic And Obscure, Are Examined Including: Crippen, Maybrick, Molineux, Dr. Buchanan And Carlyle Harris.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Edward H. Smith
ISBN-10: 1432571788
ISBN-13: 9781432571788
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 340
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.76d