The Poison Eaters: Fighting Danger and Fraud in Our Food and Drugs

by Gail Jarrow

Book Overview

Washington Post Best Children's Book

★ "Revolting and riveting in turns, Jarrow's masterfully crafted narrative will fundamentally alter how readers view their food.Though laced with toxins, this is anything but toxic." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review

Formaldehyde, borax, salicylic acid. Today, these chemicals are used in embalming fluids, cleaning supplies, and acne medications. But in 1900, they...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1629794384
• ISBN13: 9781629794389
• Release Date: October 2019
• Publisher: Calkins Creek Books
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 1.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.0" x 10.1"
• Age Range: 10 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 8