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Smoke Signals: A Social History of Marijuana - Medical, Recreational, and Scientific
by Martin A. Lee
This book delves into the historical context of marijuana, similar to how 'Human History on Drugs' explores the role of drugs in human civilization.
Buy on AmazonThe Poisoner's Handbook: Murder and Detection in Gothic New York
by Deborah Blum
It combines elements of history with the chemistry of drugs and poisons, reflecting on society's relationship with toxic substances.
Buy on AmazonThe History of Drugs: From Witchcraft to Medicine
by Alfred W. McCoy
This book aligns closely with your interest in historical perspectives on drugs and their societal implications.
Buy on AmazonDreamland: The True Tale of America's Opiate Epidemic
by Sam Quinones
This book provides a modern context to the historical discussion of drug use, similar to the focus in 'Human History on Drugs.'
Buy on AmazonDrug Use for Grown-Ups: Chasing Liberty in the Land of Fear
by Dr. Carl Hart
Hart's exploration of drug use challenges preconceived notions, complementing historical insights with contemporary analysis.
Buy on AmazonAddiction by Design: Machine Gambling in Las Vegas
by Natasha Dow Schüll
Though focused on gambling, it offers a critical perspective on addiction similarly to drug history, reflecting societal patterns.
Buy on AmazonSumerian Mythology: A Study of Spiritual and Literary Achievement in the Third Millennium B.C.
by Samuel Noah Kramer
This book offers historical insights into early human civilizations and their relationship with psychoactive substances.
Buy on AmazonThe Globalization of Addiction: A Study in the Power of the Modern State
by Bruce K. Alexander
This book examines the broader implications of addiction in society, fitting well into the historical narrative of drug use.
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