John Parascandola, PhD, a historical consultant who teaches courses in the history of modern biology and of poisons at the University of Maryland, authored King of Poisons: A History of Arsenic. The book was recently published by Potomac Books, Inc. From its linkage to criminal activity, to its former uses as an ingredient in compounds such as paint and cosmetics, to exploring neighborhoods contaminated by the poison, arsenic has been and continues to be prominent in society today. Further information on King of Poisons: A History of Arsenic can be found by visiting the following link: http://www.potomacbooksinc.com/Books/BookDetail.aspx?productID=272695.