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The Pursuit Of Oblivion A Global History Narcotics Richard Davenport Hines

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The Pursuit Of Oblivion A Global History Narcotics Richard Davenport Hines

This compelling global history traces the profound and often complex human relationship with narcotics, exploring the universal pursuit of oblivion across diverse cultures and historical periods. It offers an insightful look into the evolution of drug use and addiction, revealing the cultural, social, and economic forces that have shaped our interaction with psychoactive substances throughout history.

the quest for drug control politics and federal policy in a period of increasing substance abuse 1963 1981

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the quest for drug control politics and federal policy in a period of increasing substance abuse 1963 1981

This analysis delves into the intricate drug control politics and federal drug policy enacted in the United States between 1963 and 1981. It explores the governmental quest to manage an escalating period of substance abuse history, highlighting how legislative decisions and policy shifts were shaped during a critical era of the drug addiction epidemic and the evolving US drug policy.