Intoxicology: A Cultural History of Drink and Drugs

"Like any good cocktail, this book brings together tasty ingredients in a delicious mix." Boston Herald
Intoxicology is an addictive investigation into the history and culture of Narcotica - from the everyday use of alcohol, caffeine, and tobacco to the illicit realm of opiates, amphetamines, and hallucinogens. The book is a witty and provocative look at why intoxication has always been a part of the human experience - from our earliest Stone Age rituals to the practices of the ancient Greek...