Shortly after the Bolshevik Revolution, Lenin created a Special Cabinet aimed to "combat the enemies of Soviet Power." Working in secrecy, Russian scientists devised the most advanced methods of poisoning to eliminate political opponents. As seen in the recent mysterious death of journalist Alexander Litvinenko, the Poison Laboratory continues to thrive in post-Soviet Russia today.

Russian collection. "Originally published in French as Le laboratoire des poisons"--T.p. verso. Includes index.

Might is right -- The meat grinder -- Sentenced to death -- Doctor Death and his assistants -- The men in the iron masks -- The tyrant has a bit of fun -- Family baggage -- Three cheers for the birthday girl! -- Did he fall, or was he pushed? -- Heart failure -- A talent for terror -- Traces remain -- Stagnation's final convulsions -- The hunting season -- The party gold -- Burial with full honors -- When even the bravest tremble -- Poison for export.