"Deadly Doses : A Writer's Guide to Poisons" - ('Howdunit Series').

- *Condition: Like New*! - *Genre: (Non-Fiction) Reference*! - *Age Group: Adult*! - "Deadly Doses: A Writer's Guide to Poisons" is a comprehensive reference guide written by Serita Deborah Stevens and Anne Klarner that provides writers with accurate and detailed information about poisons. The book is part of the popular "Howdunit Series," which offers practical advice for writers seeking to improve their understanding of forensic science. - The book is organized into chapters that cover different types of poisons, including plant, animal, and mineral poisons. Each chapter includes information about the effects of the poison, how it is administered, and how it can be detected. The authors also provide historical and cultural information about each poison, including notable cases of poisoning and references in literature. - In addition to the chapters on specific poisons, the book also includes information about poisoning investigations, including forensic toxicology, post-mortem examinations, and legal issues surrounding poisonings. - "Deadly Doses" is written in an accessible style that is easy for non-experts to understand, but also provides enough technical information to be useful for writers seeking to create accurate depictions of poisonings in their work. The book is a valuable resource for writers of crime fiction, thrillers, and other genres that involve poisoning as a plot device.