International poison project uncovers library’s toxic tome
- 2 years ago
A rare book laced with a deadly poison has been discovered by librarians in Leeds as part of a global search for the toxic texts stashed on shelves across the world.
Leeds Central Library’s copy of My Own Garden: The Young Gardener’s Yearbook was published back in 1855, and has been safely tucked away behind the scenes at Leeds Central Library, well away from visitors.
Recent research carried out by experts at the library revealed that the seemingly unassuming book most likely owes its vivid, emerald green colour to a dye containing quantities of arsenic, which can be lethal when ingested. (Video provided by Leeds City Council)
Leeds Central Library’s copy of My Own Garden: The Young Gardener’s Yearbook was published back in 1855, and has been safely tucked away behind the scenes at Leeds Central Library, well away from visitors.
Recent research carried out by experts at the library revealed that the seemingly unassuming book most likely owes its vivid, emerald green colour to a dye containing quantities of arsenic, which can be lethal when ingested. (Video provided by Leeds City Council)