In this book, Martin Booth delves into the history of the cannabis plant. It is an excellent read for those who want to understand where cannabis came from and how it has influenced both ancient and modern cultures. Booth begins his work in the Neolithic and continues to the present day. Details the important role of marijuana in medicine, religion, politics, human rights, music and art. Booth chronicles the remarkable and often baffling process by which cannabis, a relatively harmless substance, was outlawed throughout the Western world, and the devastating effect such legislation has had on the global economy. Above all, it demonstrates how the case for decriminalization remains one of the hottest topics of the 21st century.
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