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Opium
Martin Booth
Opium
Martin Booth
Known to mankind since prehistoric times, opium is arguably the oldest and most widely used narcotic. Opium: A History traces the drug's astounding impact on world culture--from its religious use by prehistoric peoples to its influence on the imaginations of the Romantic writers; from the earliest medical science to the Sino-British opium wars. And, in the present day, as the addict population rises and penetrates every walk of life, Opium shows how the international multibillion-dollar heroin industry operates with terrifying efficiency and forms an integral part of the world's money markets. In this first full-length history of opium, acclaimed author Martin Booth uncovers the multifaceted nature of this remarkable narcotic and the bittersweet effects of a simple poppy with a deadly legacy.
Media | Music CD (Compact Disc) |
Number of discs | 1 |
Released | April 9, 2019 |
ISBN13 | 9798200365111 |
Label | TANTOR AUDIO |
Dimensions | 150 g (Weight (estimated)) |
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