“He is one who smites the enemies of Osiris. He sees, but is unseen. He strikes, yet cannot be stopped.”…
Category: Behavior & Beliefs
The Affair of the Poisons: Unveiling the Scandal at the Heart of Louis XIV’s Court
The Affair of the Poisons (1679–1682) in France is one of the most notorious episodes in European history involving secret…
The Infamous Aqua Tofana: Poison, Power, and the Perception of Women in History
In the 17th century, a powerful and deadly concoction emerged from the streets of Italy, forever cementing itself in history…