{"product_id":"9781529442502","title":"The Atlas of Deadly Plants : Botanical Tales of the World’s Most Intoxicating, Poisonous and Dangerous Specimens","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAuthor:  Perrone, Jane \u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBotanical art\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ch5\u003ePublished on 23 October 2025 by Quercus Publishing (Greenfinch) in the United Kingdom.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHardback | 256 pages, 100 illustrations\u003cbr\u003e254 x 197 x 26 | 930g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePoisonous species have intrigued and beguiled people throughout history, and this fascinating book takes readers on a world tour of 50 dangerous plants and fungi.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcross cultures and throughout history, humans have harnessed the toxic properties of plants and fungi - from creating lethal poisons and powerful medicines, to utilizing them for spiritual and ritualistic purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Atlas of Deadly Plants is lavishly illustrated and explores the stories and uses of some of the most deadly plants and fungi from across the world, illuminating their socio-cultural significance, as well as their effects on the human body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIllustrator Alice Smith has created stunning bespoke artwork for each plant filled with symbolism and metaphor to highlight their scientific and historic significance; featured alongside more traditional botanical illustrations and photography. From deadly nightshade to peyote, heartbreak grass to the ordeal bean - each of these poisonous specimens has a curious tale to tell.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Far From The Madding Crowd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47362816311555,"sku":"9781529442502","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0404\/3207\/4914\/files\/9781529442502.jpg?v=1765297544","url":"https:\/\/www.maddingcrowdlinlithgow.live\/products\/9781529442502","provider":"Far From The Madding Crowd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}