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Can I read The Elements of Murder on EtoBox?
The Elements of Murder by Emsley, John is a science book available to read on EtoBox.
What is The Elements of Murder about?
This book is about elements that kill. Mercury, arsenic, antimony, lead, and thallium can be lethal, as many a poisoner knew too well. Emsley explores the gruesome history of these elements and those who have succumbed to them in a fascinating narrative that weaves together stories of true crime, enduring historical mysteries, tragic accidents, and the science behind it all. The colourful cast includes ancient alchemists, kings, leaders, a pope, several great musicians, and amotley crew of murde
Who reads The Elements of Murder?
It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.
Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.
- Author
- Emsley, John
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press, USA
- Published
- 2006
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9781280762895
- Category
- science
- Subjects
- Science, Chemistry, History
- Rating
- 3.76 / 5 (327 ratings)
- Updated
- 2026-03-13