{"title":"Neil Bradbury","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated selection of works by \u003cem\u003eNeil Bradbury\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished voice in the \u003cstrong\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e genre. With a knack for transforming complex scientific concepts into captivating narratives, Bradbury invites readers on a journey through the marvels and mysteries of nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his standout works, \u003cem\u003eA Taste for Poison\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into the intriguing world of toxicology. Through this book, Bradbury explores the science behind poisons, their histories, and the curious allure they hold for both humans and nature. Each page offers a fascinating blend of scientific insight and storytelling, making it a must-read for both science enthusiasts and casual readers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeil Bradbury's engaging writing style and expert knowledge make his books a valuable addition to any bookshelf. Whether you're looking to expand your understanding of the natural world or simply enjoy a well-told tale, Bradbury's works are sure to satisfy your curiosity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-taste-for-poison-by-neil-bradbury-9780008484583","title":"A Taste for Poison","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIndecently entertaining.\u003c\/em\u003e A \u003cem\u003eDaily Mail\u003c\/em\u003e Book of the Week\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn Amazon US Best Book of 2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'A fascinating tale of poisons and poisonous deeds which both educates and entertains.'\u003c\/strong\u003e — Kathy Reichs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs any reader of murder mysteries can tell you, poison is one of the most enduring — and popular — weapons of choice for a scheming murderer. It can be slipped into a drink, smeared onto the tip of an arrow or the handle of a door, even filtered through the air we breathe. But how exactly do these poisons work to break our bodies down, and what can we learn from the damage they inflict?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a fascinating blend of popular science, medical history, and narrative crime nonfiction, Dr Neil Bradbury explores this most morbidly captivating method of murder from a cellular level. Alongside real-life accounts of murderers and their crimes — some notorious, some forgotten, some still unsolved — are the equally compelling stories of the poisons involved: eleven molecules of death that work their way through the human body and, paradoxically, illuminate the way in which our bodies function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawn from historical records and current news headlines, \u003cem\u003eA Taste for Poison\u003c\/em\u003e 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. From the deadly origins of the gin \u0026amp; tonic cocktail to the arsenic-laced wallpaper in Napoleon’s bedroom, \u003cem\u003eA Taste for Poison\u003c\/em\u003e leads readers on a fascinating tour of the intricate, complex systems that keep us alive — or don’t. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46506442752236,"sku":"9780008484583","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27765733482190.jpg?v=1748695978"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/neil-bradbury.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}