Molecules of Murder

Criminal Molecules and Classic Cases

• Author(s): John Emsley,
• Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry
• Pages: 252
• ISBN_10: 0854049657
  ISBN_13: 9780854049653
  
• Language: en
• Categories: Law / Forensic Science , Medical / Forensic Medicine , Medical / Toxicology , Science / General , Science / Chemistry / General , Science / Chemistry / Toxicology , Science / History , Social Science / Criminology , True Crime / Murder / General ,

Description:... This fascinating book takes the reader on a journey of discovery into the world of dangerous organic poisons. Molecules of Murder describes ten highly toxic molecules which are of particular interest due to their use in notorious murder cases. Each chapter explores the discovery of the molecules, their chemistry and effects in humans, followed by a re-examination of their deliberate misuse in high profile murder cases! Molecules of Murder is written by the highly acclaimed, award winning popular science writer John Emsley and makes enthralling reading for both scientists and non-scientists alike.