The Royal Art of Poison

"The Royal Art of Poison" explores the intricate history of poison, revealing how royal families faced constant threats from clandestine attacks while unknowingly poisoning themselves with everyday substances like cosmetics, medications, and unsanitary living conditions. Combining royal archives and forensic discoveries, Eleanor Herman uncovers a world of medical mysteries, toxic beauty practices, and occasional murder that lurked beneath the splendor of Europe's palaces.