Book description
Describes the symptoms, forms, methods of administration, and reactions of various poisons, and briefly traces the history of poisioning
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1 author picked Deadly Doses as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Poisoning is a complicated business. Your character needs to know what poisons are available, along with their toxicity, method of administration, reaction time, symptoms, and treatment.
This book offers all that information and more in language that you don’t need a chemistry degree to understand. From classic poisons to common household substances, natural venoms to street drugs, and pesticides to medical compounds, this book offers detailed information on all facets of the art of chemical assassination.
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