The Poison Maiden

Author : Paul Doherty
Publisher : Headline
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2012-10-30
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780755350209

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The Poison Maiden (Mathilde of Westminster Trilogy, Book 2) by Paul Doherty Pdf

Who can uncover the elusive identity of the Poison Maiden? The Poison Maiden is Paul Doherty's second compulsive novel set during the turbulent reign of Edward II, featuring Mathilde of Westminster.Perfect for fans of Ellis Peters and Robin Hobb. It's 1308 and England hovers on the brink of civil war. Edward II, his wife Isabella and the royal favourite Peter Gaveston, Earl of Cornwall, have been forced to retreat to the King's folly. Just an arrowshot away lay the Great Lords and Philip IV of France, who are demanding that the Earl of Cornwall be charged with high treason. Edward is trapped, and worse, he has learnt that Philip has the 'Poison Maiden' on his side, a formidable spy who did untold damage during his father's reign. As Edward tries in vain to unmask the identity of the spy, Mathilde, handmaiden to the Queen, also attempts to identify the source of this threat. Soon the crisis spills over into violence. The Lords attempt to take Gaveston by force and the King and his Court, including Mathilde, are forced to flee. As the enemy closes in, Mathilde finds herself embroiled in a life and death struggle for the English crown. What readers are saying about The Poison Maiden: 'This is medieval mystery at its very best' 'A fascinating and illuminating page-turner of a book' 'This is a really good adventure; an atmospheric read, a great story, and lots to think on as you close the last page'

Author : Breeana Shields
Publisher : Ember
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2017-12-12
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781101937853

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Poison's Kiss by Breeana Shields Pdf

A teenage assassin kills with a single kiss until she is ordered to kill the one boy she loves. This commercial YA fantasy is romantic and addictive—like a poison kiss—and will thrill fans of Sarah J. Maas and Victoria Aveyard. Marinda has kissed dozens of boys. They all die afterward. It’s a miserable life, but being a visha kanya—a poison maiden—is what she was created to do. Marinda serves the Raja by dispatching his enemies with only her lips as a weapon. Until now, the men she was ordered to kiss have been strangers, enemies of the kingdom. Then she receives orders to kiss Deven, a boy she knows too well to be convinced he needs to die. She begins to question who she’s really working for. And that is a thread that, once pulled, will unravel more than she can afford to lose. This rich, surprising, and accessible debut is based in Indian folklore and delivers a story that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.

Author : Susan Wood Glicksohn
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1974
Category : Comic books, strips, etc
ISBN : PSU:000009944855

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The Poison Maiden & the Great Bitch by Susan Wood Glicksohn Pdf

Author : Richard Swiderski
Publisher : Universal-Publishers
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2010-07
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781599428345

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Poison Eaters by Richard Swiderski Pdf

Testing the boundaries between food, poison and medicine is a public show made into a continuing drama of risk and survival. This book is the first to explore the tradition of deliberate poison eating, its practitioners, and the substances that might nourish or kill them. Readers interested in the human history of drugs and medicine, in feats of endurance usually survived and in the play of controlling and regulatory authorities that always accompanies drug and poison use will find Poison Eaters especially appealing.

Author : Susan Wood
Publisher : Millefleurs
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : UOM:39015018483944

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The Poison Maiden & the Great Bitch by Susan Wood Pdf

The late feminist critic Susan Wood contributes an illuminating inquiry into sexist stereotypes in American popular literature and comicbooks.

Author : Paul C. Doherty
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 355 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Detective and mystery stories
ISBN : 1407413287

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The Poison Maiden by Paul C. Doherty Pdf

It's 1308 and England hovers on the brink of civil war. Edward II, his wife Isabella and the royal favourite Peter Gaveston Earl of Cornwall, have been forced to retreat to the King's folly, as just an arrowshot away lie the Great Lords and Philip IV of France, who are demanding that the Earl of Cornwallbe chargedwith high treason. Edward is trapped, and worse, he has learnt that Philip has the 'Poison Maiden' on his side, a formidable spy who did untold damage during his father's reign. As Edward trys in vein to unmask the identity of the spy, Mathilde, hand maiden to the Queen, also attempts to identify the source of this threat. Soon the crisis spills over into violence. The Lords attempt to take Gaveston by force and the King and his Court, including Mathilde, is forced to flee. As the enemy closes in, Mathilde finds herself embroiledin alife and death strugglefor the English crown.

Author : Adrienne Mayor
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2022-07-26
Category : History
ISBN : 9780691211084

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Greek Fire, Poison Arrows, and Scorpion Bombs by Adrienne Mayor Pdf

A gripping and groundbreaking history of how ancient cultures developed and used biological, chemical, and other unconventional weapons of war Flamethrowers, poison gases, incendiary bombs, the large-scale spreading of disease: are these terrifying agents of warfare modern inventions? Not by a long shot. In this riveting history of the origins of unconventional war, Adrienne Mayor shows that cultures around the world have used biological and chemical weapons for thousands of years—and debated the morality of doing so. Drawing extraordinary connections between the mythical worlds of Hercules and the Trojan War, the accounts of Herodotus and Thucydides, and modern methods of war and terrorism, this richly illustrated history catapults readers into the dark and fascinating realm of ancient war and mythic treachery.

Author : N.M. Penzer
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 346 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2016-05-06
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317847519

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Poison Damsels by N.M. Penzer Pdf

First published in 2004. These four classic masterpieces in esoteric research by the noted orientalist - M. Penzer explore customs and traditions from other cultures and periods of history which, for all their apparent strangeness, mask fundamental subjects of continuing interest. The first concerns the motif of the poison damsel -- the beauty who dealt death in many forms to her admirers - which originated in India, was prevalent in medieval Europe, and persists today in the belief of the femme fatale. The volume includes a study in the ancient Tate of the Two Thieves, an essay on sacred prostitution in India, the ancient East and West Africa, and an exhaustive treatment of the custom of chewing the betel or areca nut which is widespread in the far East from India through Indonesia to New Guinea. A natural stimulant and narcotic whose effects are similar to that of tobacco, betel is of growing interest to the medical world, and has, as the author shows here, a rich legacy of customs and belief.

Author : Gillian Bennett
Publisher : Univ. Press of Mississippi
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1604732458

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Bodies by Gillian Bennett Pdf

An examination of the most gruesome tales in contemporary legend

Author : Csenge Virág Zalka
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2013-09-20
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780786477043

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Tales of Superhuman Powers by Csenge Virág Zalka Pdf

Csenge Virag Zalka, a Hungarian storyteller, has collected 55 folktales from around the world about supernatural abilities like superhuman strength, invulnerability, flying, heightened senses, speed, invisibility, healing, agility, precognition, telepathy, fire manipulation, teleportation, water powers, and shifting. These tales represent powers that people have dreamed of, conjured up and strived for through the ages. Many of the powers are present in popular culture, making the superheroes who wield them the direct descendants of characters such as the princess who could see through walls or the invulnerable Isfandiyar. Zalka excluded stories about magic or about gods with divine powers, and focused on less well-known stories. She included information on similar heroes, the ability in the story, sources of the powers, the origin of the story, teachings in it, the recommended age group, sources, variants, and comments.

Author : Gordon Hall Gerould
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2019-12-10
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : EAN:4064066219864

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The Grateful Dead by Gordon Hall Gerould Pdf

Gordon Hall Gerould's 'The Grateful Dead' delves into the theme of death and mourning in literature, examining how various cultures and time periods have depicted these concepts. Written in a scholarly yet accessible manner, the book explores the significance of the 'grateful dead' motif in myths, folklore, and literature, shedding light on its role in shaping narratives surrounding mortality and remembrance. Gerould's comprehensive analysis spans from ancient Greece to modern times, offering readers a rich tapestry of literary examples and cultural insights. His meticulous research and insightful commentary make this book a valuable resource for students and scholars interested in the intersections of literature and mortality. Gordon Hall Gerould, a renowned literary scholar with a focus on folklore and mythology, brings his expertise to 'The Grateful Dead' by delving into how literary representations of death reflect societal attitudes and beliefs. His extensive knowledge and passion for the subject are evident throughout the book, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in exploring the complexities of mortality in literature. I highly recommend 'The Grateful Dead' to readers looking to deepen their understanding of how death is portrayed and perceived in literature. Gerould's meticulous research and engaging writing style make this book a must-read for those interested in folklore, mythology, and the cultural significance of death narratives.

Author : Philip Wexler
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2014-09-18
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780128016343

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History of Toxicology and Environmental Health by Philip Wexler Pdf

This volume, Toxicology in Antiquity II, continues to tell the story of the roots of toxicology in ancient times. Readers learn that before scientific research methods were developed, toxicology thrived as a very practical discipline. Toxicologists are particularly proud of the rich and storied history of their field and there are few resources available that cover the discipline from a historical perspective. People living in ancient civilizations readily learned to distinguish safe from hazardous substances, how to avoid these hazardous substances and how to use them to inflict harm on enemies. Volume II explores the use of poison as weapons in war and assassinations, early instances of air pollution, the use of hallucinogens and entheogens, and the role of the snake in ancient toxicology. Provides the historical background for understanding modern toxicology Illustrates the ways ancient civilizations learned to distinguish safe from hazardous substances, how to avoid the hazardous substances and how to use them against enemies Details scholars who compiled compendia of toxic agents

Author : Kexue Ma
Publisher : Kexue Ma
Page : 1027 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2024-06-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Wuxia Novels: Slippery Little Fool by Kexue Ma Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 444 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1825
Category : English drama
ISBN : OXFORD:300149764

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Old English Drama: The second maiden's tragedy by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 1824
Category : English drama
ISBN : UCI:31970018216991

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The Old English Drama: The second maiden's tragedy. A pleasant conceited comedy. The ball. The rape of Lucrece by Anonim Pdf