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
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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.


Solomon Kane. Poster of the 2009 movie and cover of the 2004 book, The Savage Tales of Solomon Kane
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The Savage Tales of Solomon Kane
Robert E. Howard, 2004
movie vs book
M.J. Bassett, 2009

In the year 1600, in North Africa, English mercenary Solomon Kane leads his ship’s crew into battle against the Ottoman occupiers of a fortress town. The priest tries to feed Kane to his parishioners, who have become ghouls, but Kane escapes, only to face the robbers who attacked him earlier, now corrupted servants of Malachi.


Solomon Kane. Poster of the 2009 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Solomon Kane
Ramsey Campbell, 2010
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M.J. Bassett, 2009

In the year 1600, in North Africa, English mercenary Solomon Kane leads his ship’s crew into battle against the Ottoman occupiers of a fortress town. The priest tries to feed Kane to his parishioners, who have become ghouls, but Kane escapes, only to face the robbers who attacked him earlier, now corrupted servants of Malachi.