Description
1972 edition. Paperback cover has significant wear, scuffs, small marks and stains, and bending. Spine has significant reading creases and wear. Pages have some marks but largely are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-worn yet still readable copy of “Licit and Illicit Drugs” by Edward M. Brecher offers a fascinating glimpse into the counterculture era’s evolving attitudes towards drug use. Published in 1972, at the height of the “War on Drugs,” this groundbreaking work from Consumers Union sought to provide an objective, scientific perspective on the effects and risks of various substances. Brecher’s balanced approach, drawing on research and first-hand accounts, challenged the sensationalism and misinformation that often clouded the drug debate. While showing signs of its age and frequent use, this copy remains a compelling artifact from a pivotal moment in the ongoing battle between prohibition and harm reduction. For collectors, researchers, or those simply curious about this turbulent period, Brecher’s seminal text offers invaluable insights into the complex interplay of policy, culture, and personal freedom.
