The Royal Art of Poison: Fatal Cosmetics, Deadly Medicines and Murder Most Foul

Discover the captivating and terrifying world of poison with "The Royal Art of Poison: Fatal Cosmetics, Deadly Medicines and Murder Most Foul." This fascinating book takes you on a journey through history, revealing the dark secrets of royal families who feared the power of poison. From unicorn horns to condemned prisoner testing, the lengths they went to protect themselves were both shocking and intriguing.

Unbeknownst to the royals, they were unknowingly poisoning themselves with their own cosmetics, medications, and unsanitary living conditions. Women wore lead-based makeup, while men resorted to rubbing feces on their bald spots. Physicians prescribed mercury enemas, arsenic skin cream, and cocktails of lead filings and human fat. These horrifying practices were hidden behind the glamorous portraits and luxurious robes of the past.

"The Royal Art of Poison" is not only a captivating work of popular history but also a cautionary tale about the dangers lurking in the pursuit of power and beauty. It delves into the political and cosmetic uses of poison in the royal courts of Western Europe, shining a light on a dark and often overlooked aspect of history.

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