Greek Fire, Poison Arrows, and Scorpion Bombs by Adrienne Mayor (review).

The article focuses on Adrienne Mayor's Greek Fire, Poison Arrows, and Scorpion Bombs , a revised and updated exploration of ancient biological and chemical weapons through mythological and historical lenses. Topics include mythic narratives involving Heracles and other legendary figures, critical analysis of historical sources on early toxic warfare, and the ongoing relevance of ancient weapons in modern science and military technology.