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"This book is clearly written and much easier to digest than the compounds it describes." "Emsley has written a book that satisfies the true-crime reader as well as the science-orientated specialist." "I'm sure Gil Grisson, former head of the forensic investigation team in the TV Show "CSI" would have a copy on his shelf" -- Chemical and Engineering News, Feb 2 2009, Volume 87, Number 05, Charles Tumosa Chemical and Engineering News "In this highly engaging, detailed and morbidly fascinating slim volume, chemist John Emsley narrates the stories of those who made use of science for killing their fellow beings through deadly means" "The cases are fascinating for science buffs because of the scientific background about the poisons, and for others for the ingenious thinking that went both into murders and the detective work involved in solving them." -- Ashutosh Joglekar Blog, December 04, 2008 Ashutosh Joglekar Blog "The accounts are superbly written, with appropriate ammounts of chemistry expertly blended with gripping accounts of criminal acts." "...I found this book fascinating and a brilliant mixture of chemistry and crime. The writing is excellent, the research thorough and the resulting book outstanding." -- Education in chemistry, John Nicholson. Education in Chemistry "This book is a must read for students of forensic science." "...is the right balance between a book on toxicology and an analysis of the use of poisons in crime" "The case study analysis makes the book useful in other disciplines apart from a pure science and this would be a very good text for use in criminolgy or other social science based courses" "The book has a very good glossary making it a useful reference source" -- Physical Science Centre, Volume 9, Issue 2 Journal of the UK Physical Sciences Centre - DO NOT SENT REVIEW COPIES "...each chapter is full of interesting nuggets of information that you just don't find in the standard toxicology textbooks." "...an excellent read for the chemist, toxicologist or occupational hygienist who is interested in the world of "true crime." "...the writing is a model of clarity, the stories logically laid out." "Highly recommended, too, for anybody who enjoys a good thriller!" -- Safety and Health Practitioner Safety and Health Practitioner "Molecules of murder is a paean to forensic chemistry. It is also an eminently readable discussion of classic poisoning cases and the science behind them." -- Molecular Interventions, P146. Molecular Interventions "This very well written book should find its way into most school libraries, as it will appeal to those - young and old - who are fascinated either by the chemistry involved, or by the history of several murder cases." -- Science in School, issue 13, Tim Harrison, University of Bristol. Science in School
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This book follows on from John Emsley's international bestseller, "Elements of Murder", this time taking the reader on a journey of discovery into the world of dangerous organic poisons. "Molecules of Murder" describes ten highly toxic molecules which are of particular interest due to their use in notorious murder cases. Each chapter explores the discovery of the molecules, their chemistry and effects in humans, followed by a re-examination of their deliberate misuse in high profile murder cases! Including a glossary of technical terms, this book is written by the highly acclaimed science writer John Elmsey and makes excellent reading for both scientists and non-scientists alike.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
A great read, a fascinating book that re-examined some well known murder cases but from the point of view of exploring the background of the chemicals used as poisons instead of the history or personal circumstances of the killer or the victim.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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I really enjoyed this book. If you're the kind of person who enjoys forensic thrillers you'll love this. He gives you a lot of fascinating information about some infamous murders and the poisons used but in a very readable way. It's not scientific and impenetrable! A must for murder mystery fans.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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This is a follow on book to John Emsley's "Elements of Murder, which is also a five-star read. It's about famous poisoners and famous victims, including Dr. Harold Shipman, Dr. Crippen,Adelaide Bartlett, Alexander Litvinenko and many more. The first half of each chapter begins with the author looking at the target molecule itself, its use in medicine, its toxicology and its effects on the human body. The second half then investigates a famous murder and reveals the modus operandi of the poisoner and how some were caught. It can be a little technical in places, although John Emsley does his best to make it understandable to the novice as well. Altogether, a fascinating book and one that should be on the bookshelf of all those interested in true crime, writers, forensic personnel, coroners and anyone with an interest in poisons and poisoners.
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The book Molecules of Murder is an excellent purchase. Concise, informative without being too technical. Read more
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Whether you are a medical or law enforcement professional, or if you are a crime writer or reader, or simply a CSI viewer - THIS is one book that should be on your reading list and... Read more
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A fascinating depiction of the dark side of chemistry. John Emsley's exploration of the murderous molecules is on a par with with the best forensic chemists who uncovered the... Read more
Published 21 months ago by MichaelB
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Quite simply excellent. Written in the usual readable Emsley style, the book details a number of murder cases in which foul play of a chemical nature was involved. Read more
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