The Wordsworth Guide to Poisons & Antidotes Arsenic, Valium & Vipers

Deadly toxins, often beguiling in their beauty, have fascinated mankind since prehistoric times. This book draws on both the wisdom of centuries & modern science to provide engrossing & informative descriptions of more than 600 toxic substances from adder venom to the poisonous spines of the weever fish, together with the symptoms experienced by the victims of various poisons & suggested treatments. Harmful food bacteria, the dangerous poisons & drugs held in most households today, insects & insecticides, asbestos & toxic plants & flowers are all included in this guide to identifying, avoiding & treating accidental poisoning.