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Books Like Human History on Drugs

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Books to Read If You Like Human History on Drugs

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.

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The 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.

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The 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.

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Dreamland: 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.'

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Drug 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.

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Addiction 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.

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Sumerian 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.

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The 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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