This encyclopaedia encompasses the entire range of naturally-occurring psychoactive substances, and also a great number of man-made synthetic drugs and compounds. Its coverage extends from the use of intoxicating plants by Neanderthal man to the role of hallucinogens and narcotics in contemporary youth culture. Basic data is provided on the botany and chemistry of intoxicants, and the author examines their influence at all levels of our culture and society. He also tackles controversial issues such as legalization, and ...
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This encyclopaedia encompasses the entire range of naturally-occurring psychoactive substances, and also a great number of man-made synthetic drugs and compounds. Its coverage extends from the use of intoxicating plants by Neanderthal man to the role of hallucinogens and narcotics in contemporary youth culture. Basic data is provided on the botany and chemistry of intoxicants, and the author examines their influence at all levels of our culture and society. He also tackles controversial issues such as legalization, and details the legal classification of illicit substances alongside additional relevant information on detection, prevention, punishment, and other criminological subjects.
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