Poisons and Poisoners by Michael Farrell

Poisons and Poisoners by Michael Farrell

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Providing insights into the world of the chemical poisoner, this book brings together cases from around the world. The cases of Maybrick, Seddon and Armstrong are described, as well as lesser-known accounts such as that of Reverend Clarence Richeson who poisoned his mistress.

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Poisons and Poisoners by Michael Farrell

Providing insights into the world of the chemical poisoner, this book brings together sensational cases from around the world. The case of Maybrick, Seddon and Armstrong are described, as well as lesser-known accounts such as that of Reverend Clarence Richeson who poisoned his young mistress with a cyanide capsule after convincing her it was an abortant. Sections review aspects of poison crimes, legal issues, forensic tests, autopsy, exhumation, pioneer toxicologists and the characteristics of poisoners.
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ISBN 13 9780553406832
ISBN 10 0553406833
Title Poisons and Poisoners
Author Michael Farrell
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Transworld Publishers Ltd
Year published 1994-03-31
Number of pages 288
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