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The Poison King
Book • 2009
The Poison King by Adrienne Mayor is a gripping biography that explores the life of Mithradates VI, a ruthless king and visionary rebel who defied the Roman Empire.
Claiming descent from Alexander the Great and Darius of Persia, Mithradates was both feared and admired for his military genius and mastery of poisons.
The book delves into his tumultuous life, including his conquests and defeats, and how he became a legendary figure in history.
Claiming descent from Alexander the Great and Darius of Persia, Mithradates was both feared and admired for his military genius and mastery of poisons.
The book delves into his tumultuous life, including his conquests and defeats, and how he became a legendary figure in history.
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Alex Petkas in the podcast episode as a book that describes Mithridates as the "poison king"
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