Death in the Garden by Michael Brown (Paperback)

Mankind has always had a fascination with poisonous plants; how their properties were discovered will likely remain unknown. Over centuries, poisonous plants have been used to remove pests, rivals, and deceitful partners. They have also been used for medicinal qualities, dangerous cosmetics, and as aphrodisiacs. Some uses originate in a medieval book not yet translated into English. Shamans and priests used these plants for their magical attributes, to foretell the future or commune with the gods. Discover how a pot of Basil concealed a savage murder. Learn the truth about the mysterious mandrake, a real plant many do not realize exists. Jane Austen wrote a conundrum; the answer is one of the plants in the book. Will you solve the mystery? Death In The Garden is based on Michael Brown’s popular talk, appealing to gardeners, horticulturists, nature enthusiasts, and anyone interested in this strange corner of the garden. But be warned, many of these plants may already be in your garden.