The Marijuana Chronicles

Author : Jonathan Santlofer
Publisher : Open Road Media
Page : 191 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2013-07-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781480434264

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The Marijuana Chronicles by Jonathan Santlofer Pdf

“A gem” of a collection of marijuana stories, poems and artwork by Joyce Carol Oates, Lee Child, Linda Yablonsky, Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan, and others (New York Journal of Books). It’s known by many names: Pot. Grass. Hash. Hemp. Reefer. Ganja. Dope. Weed. Smoke. Spliff. Mary Jane. Tea. Blunt. And it has played just as many parts in the mind of the public, from Reefer Madness to medical marijuana. Here is a collection of new works as diverse and provocative as the drug itself. From Joyce Carol Oates’s “High” to Dean Haspiel’s “Cannibal Sativa”; from Maggie Estep’s “Zombie Hookers of Hudson” to Philip Spitzer’s “Tips for the Pot-Smoking Traveler,” this collection explores the drug in its many forms and varietals. In prose, pictures, stories, and poems, you can delve into the folklore and the facts, rich cultural history, and dramas personal, political, spiritual, and legal. Like Dave Chappelle says: “Hey, hey, hey. Smoke weed every day.”

Author : T. Brunton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2017-08-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1975606779

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The Marijuana Chronicles by T. Brunton Pdf

The Marijuana Chronicles contains a wealth of information on cannabis, including, health benefits of marijuana, history, pot and Alzheimer's, the DEA and asset forfeiture, true stories, drug testing tips, traveling with weed, the war on drugs, cannabinoids, terpenes, mycenes and much, much more. You will be amazed at what you have been missing and what you've been believing about marijuana. The Marijuana Chronicles will expose the many positive and helpful aspects of this miracle herb and most of them have nothing to do with getting high. It also talks about the cannabinoids in marijuana. These are the chemical compounds in the plant which can be isolated and used to treat pain and even cancer. One of the cannabinoids, Cannabidiol or CBD, has been shown to drastically reduce gran mal seizures in epileptic patients. The Marijuana Chronicles is a very useful reference book.

Author : Lee Child
Publisher : Akashic Books
Page : 171 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2020-09-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781617758676

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The Nicotine Chronicles (Akashic Drug Chronicles) by Lee Child Pdf

Lee Child recruits Joyce Carol Oates, Jonathan Ames, Cara Black, and others to reveal nicotine’s scintillating alter egos. “Sixteen tributes to America’s guiltiest pleasure . . . Even confirmed anti-smokers will find something to savor.” —Kirkus Reviews In recent years, nicotine has become as verboten as many hard drugs. The literary styles in this volume are as varied as the moral quandaries herein, and the authors have successfully unleashed their incandescent imaginations on the subject matter, fashioning an immensely addictive collection.

Author : Dariell Flores
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 233 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2020-06-09
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781728363899

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Cannabis Chronicles by Dariell Flores Pdf

Do you ever wonder why we do the things we do? What makes us so inclined to make the wrong choices? Are we captains of our own lives or are we passengers directed merely by force of habit? In the Cannabis Chronicles, Timmy struggles with these questions as well and learns various harsh lesson of the world and also of the people he chose to be around him.

Author : Martin A. Lee
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 529 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2013-08-13
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781439102619

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Smoke Signals by Martin A. Lee Pdf

In this book the author, an investigative journalist, traces the social history of marijuana from its origins to its emergence in the 1960s as a defining force in an ongoing culture war. He describes how the illicit marijuana subculture overcame government opposition and morphed into a multibillion-dollar industry. In 1996, Californians voted to legalize marijuana for medicinal purposes. Similar laws have followed in several other states, but not without antagonistic responses from federal, state, and local law enforcement. The author draws attention to underreported scientific breakthroughs that are reshaping the therapeutic landscape: medical researchers have developed promising treatments for cancer, heart disease, Alzheimer's, diabetes, chronic pain, and many other conditions that are beyond the reach of conventional cures. This book is an examination of the medical, recreational, scientific, and economic dimensions of the world's most controversial plant.

Author : Dan Michaels
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2015-05-19
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 1452134057

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Green: A Field Guide to Marijuana by Dan Michaels Pdf

Green: A Field Guide to Marijuana is required reading for a new generation of curious and sophisticated pot smokers. Presented in an eye-popping package and filled with hyperdetailed photography of individual buds, this essential guide to marijuana is smart, practical, and exceedingly beautiful. The "Primer" section explores the culture of this complex flower and explains the botany that makes each strain unique. The "Buds" section describes the variations of lineage, flavor, and mental or physical high that define 170 exceptional strains. Poised to become the go-to marijuana guide for recreational and medicinal users alike, Green is easy to pick up and impossible to put down.

Author : Emily Brady
Publisher : Grand Central Publishing
Page : 203 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2013-06-18
Category : History
ISBN : 9781455506774

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Humboldt by Emily Brady Pdf

In the vein of Susan Orlean's The Orchid Thief and Deborah Feldman's Unorthodox, journalist Emily Brady journeys into a secretive subculture--one that marijuana built. Say the words "Humboldt County" to a stranger and you might receive a knowing grin. The name is infamous, and yet the place, and its inhabitants, have been nearly impenetrable. Until now. Humboldt is a narrative exploration of an insular community in Northern California, which for nearly 40 years has existed primarily on the cultivation and sale of marijuana. It's a place where business is done with thick wads of cash and savings are buried in the backyard. In Humboldt County, marijuana supports everything from fire departments to schools, but it comes with a heavy price. As legalization looms, the community stands at a crossroads and its inhabitants are deeply divided on the issue--some want to claim their rightful heritage as master growers and have their livelihood legitimized, others want to continue reaping the inflated profits of the black market. Emily Brady spent a year living with the highly secretive residents of Humboldt County, and her cast of eccentric, intimately drawn characters take us into a fascinating, alternate universe. It's the story of a small town that became dependent on a forbidden plant, and of how everything is changing as marijuana goes mainstream.

Author : Daniel Lucier
Publisher : Daniel Lucier
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2024-03-05
Category : History
ISBN : 9798215558003

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Chronicles of Cannabis by Daniel Lucier Pdf

"Chronicles of Cannabis: A Journey Through Marijuana's History" offers a comprehensive exploration of the intricate and diverse narrative surrounding marijuana, spanning centuries of human interaction with the plant. From its origins in ancient civilizations to its modern-day status as a contested and evolving cultural phenomenon, this book navigates through the historical, social, and political landscapes that have shaped marijuana's trajectory. Through meticulous research and captivating storytelling, "Chronicles of Cannabis" illuminates the various roles marijuana has played throughout history, including its use in medicine, spirituality, recreation, and commerce. The book delves into pivotal moments, such as the rise of cannabis prohibition and the subsequent movements advocating for its legalization, providing insights into the complex interplay between government policies, societal attitudes, and individual experiences. With a focus on diverse perspectives and voices, "Chronicles of Cannabis" examines how different cultures and communities have interacted with marijuana, offering nuanced insights into its cultural significance and impact on various societies. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a cannabis advocate, or simply curious about the plant's journey through time, this book promises to be an enlightening and thought-provoking exploration of marijuana's rich and multifaceted history.

Author : Greg Campbell
Publisher : Union Square & Co.
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2012-04-03
Category : History
ISBN : 9781402789670

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Pot, Inc. by Greg Campbell Pdf

Greg Campbell, coauthor of the bestselling Flawless and Blood Diamonds, presents a compelling, close-up investigation of a hot-button topic: Americas schizophrenic attitude to the legalization of pot. Campbell, a suburban father whose biggest vice is a cold beer, seems like the last person who would grow weed in his basement. But his attitude changed in 2009, when his home state of Colorado led the nation in mainstreaming medical marijuana. Watching with fascination as above-board and financially thriving dispensaries popped up everywhere, Campbell wondered, “Why not me?” Pot, Inc. chronicles Gregs journey into DIY ganjapreneurialism, as he learns how to cultivate marijuana, examines Americas often unduly harsh laws, and unearths ignorance about pots centuries-old therapeutic value--ignorance the government is desperate to maintain. Along the way, he also gains a very personal insight into the drugs medicinal value that shapes his opinion about legalization.

Author : Roger Roffman
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 383 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2014-04-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781605985886

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Marijuana Nation by Roger Roffman Pdf

Roger Roffman first discovered marijuana while serving as a US Army officer in Vietnam. From these seemingly innocuous beginnings, Roffman has been fascinated by marijuana, as a researcher, scholar, therapist, activist, and user. Ever since America’s youth first marched in opposition to the war in Vietnam, pot’s popularity has periodically ebbed and surged. Calls for greater, fewer, or no marijuana penalties also have swung on their own pendulum.From lobbying in Washington, to talking to doctors and nurses in oncology wards, and watching his brother struggle with addiction, Roffman has experienced the layered and complex relationship Americans have with marijuana first-hand. With one foot on each side of the fence, at times feeling at odds with both camps, Roffman is on a quest to challenge those who insist we think of marijuana as a weapon of mass destruction, as well as those who would have us see it as a harmless source of pleasure and relief.

Author : Gary Phillips,Jervey Tervalon,Joseph Mattson,Jerry Stahl,Jonathan Santlofer
Publisher : Open Road Media
Page : 677 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2018-07-10
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781504054805

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The Drug Chronicles by Gary Phillips,Jervey Tervalon,Joseph Mattson,Jerry Stahl,Jonathan Santlofer Pdf

A wide range of bestselling and acclaimed writers—from masters of noir to literary lights—explore the milieu of drug culture in this “eye-opening series” (New York Journal of Books). From Lee Child to William T. Vollmann, Joyce Carol Oates to Sherman Alexie, Eric Bogosian to actor James Franco, many of the finest contemporary writers of fiction weigh in on the lure and destruction of drug use, society’s ambiguous relationship to drug culture, and criminal behavior with short stories that are alternately harrowing, funny, sad, or scary—but always original and gripping. The Cocaine Chronicles edited by Gary Phillips and Jervey Tervalon Contributors include Lee Child, Laura Lippman, Ken Bruen, and Susan Straight “Urban, gritty, and raw noir.” —Harlan Coben The Speed Chronicles edited by Joseph Mattson Contributors include William T. Vollmann, Sherman Alexie, James Franco, and Megan Abbott “Deserves great praise for the audacity of the topic, the depth of the discussion, the diversity of voices, and plain, old, good storytelling.” —New York Journal of Books The Heroin Chronicles edited by Jerry Stahl Contributors include Eric Bogosian, Lydia Lunch, Ava Stander, and Gary Phillips “[An] impressive array of writers . . . these tales of chasing the dragon, with corollaries often violent and savage, will satisfy devotees of noir fiction and outsider are alike.” —Publishers Weekly The Marijuana Chronicles edited by Jonathan Santlofer Contributors include Joyce Carol Oates, Lee Child, Raymond Mungo, and Rachel Shteir “Joyce Carol Oates is in a rare class of her own . . . So, too, are other contributors to this collection, including Lee Child and the always enjoyable Raymond Mungo.” —Kirkus Reviews

Author : Martin Booth
Publisher : Random House
Page : 490 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2011-09-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9781409084891

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Cannabis: A History by Martin Booth Pdf

To some it's antisocial anathema, to others it is a harmless way to relax, or provides relief from crippling pain. Some fear it is a dangerous drug that leads to 'reefer madness' and addiction; to others still it is a legal anomaly and should be decriminalized. Whatever the viewpoint, and by whatever name it is known, cannabis - or marijuana, hashish, pot, dope, kif, weed, dagga, grass, ganja - incites debate at every level. In this definitive study, Martin Booth - author of the acclaimed OPIUM: A HISTORY - charts the history of cannabis from the Neolithic period to the present day. It is a fascinating, colourful tale of medical advance, religious enlightenment, political subterfuge and human rights; of law enforcement and customs officers, smugglers, street pushers, gang warfare, writers, artists, musicians, hippies and pot-heads. Booth chronicles the remarkable and often mystifying process through which cannabis, a relatively harmless substance, became outlawed throughout the Western world, and the devastating effect such legislation has had on the global economy. Above all, he demonstrates how the case for decriminalization remains one of the twenty-first century's hottest topics.

Author : Peter Hecht
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 263 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2014-05-02
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780520958241

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Weed Land by Peter Hecht Pdf

Early in the morning of September 5, 2002, camouflaged and heavily armed Drug Enforcement Administration agents descended on a terraced marijuana garden. The DEA raid on the Wo/Men’s Alliance for Medical Marijuana, a sanctuary for severely ill patients who were using marijuana as medicine, is the riveting opening scene in Weed Land, an up-close journalistic narrative that chronicles a transformative epoch for marijuana in America. From the 1996 passage of California’s Proposition 215, the nation’s first medical marijuana law, through law enforcement raids, clinical studies that revealed medical benefits for cannabis, and the emergence of a lucrative cannabis industry, Weed Land reveals the changing political, legal, economic, and social dynamics around pot. Peter Hecht, an award-winning journalist from The Sacramento Bee, offers an independent, meticulously reported account of the clashes and contradictions of a burgeoning California cannabis culture that stoked pot liberalization across the country.

Author : Joseph Mattson
Publisher : Open Road Media
Page : 171 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2012-06-19
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9781453259382

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The Speed Chronicles by Joseph Mattson Pdf

An “addictive volume” of amphetamine stories from William T. Vollmann, Sherman Alexie, and more (Publishers Weekly). Speed is the most American of drugs: twice the productivity at half the cost, and equal opportunity for all. It has reinvented itself many times, from miracle cure to biker-gang scourge and everything in between. It goes by many names: crystal meth, amphetamines, Dexedrine, Benzedrine, Adderall; crank, spizz, chickenscratch, oblivious marching powder, the go-fast. And it crosses all ethnicities, genders, and geographies—from immigrants and heartlanders punching double factory shifts to clandestine border warlords; prostitutes to housewives; Hollywood celebs to the poorest Indian on the rez—and they all have plenty of stories. Here is the first contemporary collection of new short fiction dealing with the drug from an array of today’s most compelling authors. The elements of crime and tweaking, bleary-eyed zombies exist alongside heart-wrenching narratives of everyday people, the American Dream going up in flames, and even some accounts of pure joy. Featuring brand-new stories by: Sherman Alexie, William T. Vollmann, James Franco, Megan Abbott, Jerry Stahl, Beth Lisick, Jess Walter, Scott Phillips, James Greer, Tao Lin, Joseph Mattson, Natalie Diaz, Kenji Jasper, and Rose Bunch.

Author : O. G. Haze
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2020-04-20
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1951762053

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Blue Dream (the Cannabis Chronicles #1) by O. G. Haze Pdf