Penguin 1st Edition, published 1955.
Dr. Kerris Bowes-Ottery, a chemistry lecturer at a major university, accidentally synthesizes a powerful and undetectable poison. The substance produces a prolonged sense of euphoria before resulting in a quiet, painless death. Bowes-Ottery initially rationalizes his creation with benign or "public-spirited" intentions—eliminating what he views as local nuisances or irritants. However, his justifications quickly erode as he begins using the poison to systematically murder academic rivals, colleagues, and personal enemies within the university community.
Condition grading: Good. Some wear to parts of spine. Light tanning to cover edges. Binding tight. The photographs form part of the description.
Penguin 1st Edition, published 1955.
Dr. Kerris Bowes-Ottery, a chemistry lecturer at a major university, accidentally synthesizes a powerful and undetectable poison. The substance produces a prolonged sense of euphoria before resulting in a quiet, painless death. Bowes-Ottery initially rationalizes his creation with benign or "public-spirited" intentions—eliminating what he views as local nuisances or irritants. However, his justifications quickly erode as he begins using the poison to systematically murder academic rivals, colleagues, and personal enemies within the university community.
Condition grading: Good. Some wear to parts of spine. Light tanning to cover edges. Binding tight. The photographs form part of the description.
