Deadly Adulteration and Slow Poisoning Unmasked: Disease and Death in the Pot and Bottle is a groundbreaking exposé by William North, first published in the mid-19th century, that delves into the alarming and widespread practice of food and drink adulteration in Victorian England. Drawing on scientific research, investigative journalism, and firsthand accounts, North reveals how everyday items—bread, tea, coffee, beer, wine, spirits, and even staple foods—were routinely laced with dangerous chemicals, toxic metals, and cheap fillers. These adulterants, often added for profit or to mask spoilage, posed grave risks to public health, leading to chronic illness, poisoning, and even death among unsuspecting consumers. The book meticulously documents the methods and motives behind adulteration, exposing the complicity of unscrupulous manufacturers, negligent authorities, and a lack of effective regulation. North provides vivid descriptions of the substances used—such as alum, copper, lead, and arsenic—and the insidious effects they had on the body, from digestive disorders to fatal organ damage. He also highlights the social and economic factors that allowed these practices to flourish, including poverty, ignorance, and the relentless drive for profit in a rapidly industrializing society. With passionate advocacy, North calls for urgent reform, greater public awareness, and the establishment of rigorous standards to protect consumers from slow poisoning. He appeals to the conscience of lawmakers, medical professionals, and the general public, urging them to demand transparency, accountability, and safer food and drink. Deadly Adulteration and Slow Poisoning Unmasked remains a powerful historical document, offering a chilling glimpse into the dangers of unregulated industry and the vital importance of food safety—a message that still resonates today.