The Poisoner: The Life and Crimes of Victorian England's Most Notorious Doctor

by Stephen Bates and Stephen Bates

Book Overview

The first major retelling of William Palmer's story in over sixty years, The Poisoner takes a fresh look at the infamous doctor's life and disputed crimes. Using previously undiscovered letters from Palmer and new forensic examination of his victims, journalist Stephen Bates presents not only an astonishing and controversial revision of Palmer's life but takes the reader into the very psyche of a killer.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1468309110
• ISBN13: 9781468309119
• Release Date: May 2014
• Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.3" x 9.2"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher