A is for Arsenic: The Poisons of Agatha Christie
A is for Arsenic: The Poisons of Agatha Christie
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015320
Book • Nonfiction
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In A is for Arsenic: The Poisons of Agatha Christie, Kathryn Harkup explores the various poisons used by Agatha Christie in her detective stories. The book delves into the science, history, and real-life implications of these toxic substances, highlighting how Christie's background in chemistry informed her plots and contributed to her reputation as a meticulous crime writer.
Informative
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
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Kathryn Harkup's A is for Arsenic: The Poisons of Agatha Christie fascinates with its blend of science and literature, exploring poisons in Christie’s works. Readers appreciate its detailed, engaging narratives. Some find technical sections dense, but overall, it’s praised for merging mystery with chemistry, catering well to fans of both fields.
Who Should Read A is for Arsenic: The Poisons of Agatha Christie?
Readers who enjoy A is for Arsenic: The Poisons of Agatha Christie are likely fans of mystery novels, true crime, and science. Comparable to The Poisoner's Handbook by Deborah Blum, they appreciate detailed explorations of historical poisons and how they were used in literature.
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Book • Nonfiction
2015
Adult
18+ years
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