The Poisoner's Handbook. Poster of the 2014 movie and cover of the 2010 book
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The Poisoner's Handbook
Deborah Blum, 2010
movie vs book
Rob Rapley, 2014

In the early 20th century, American medicine cabinets housed a potential treasure trove for would-be poisoners, yet the knowledge to detect and prevent crimes committed with these substances lagged behind. In 1918, New York City’s inaugural scientifically trained medical examiner, along with his chief toxicologist, elevated forensic chemistry into a formidable science and established standards that would influence the rest of the country.