Wordsworth Guide to Poisons and Antidotes : A First-Aid Guide to Acids and Arsenic, Valium and 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.Turkington, Carol is the author of 'Wordsworth Guide to Poisons and Antidotes : A First-Aid Guide to Acids and Arsenic, Valium and Vipers', published 2000 under ISBN 9780788191565 and ISBN 078819156X.