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Human History on Drugs
Book • 2025
In 'Human History on Drugs', Sam Kelly explores the profound impact of drugs on historical events and figures, revealing how substances like opium and cocaine have influenced leaders and inspired artistic movements.
The book challenges conventional narratives by highlighting the often-overlooked role of drugs in shaping human behavior and decision-making.
Kelly argues that understanding the historical use of drugs can provide a more nuanced perspective on the past.
He examines both the positive and negative consequences of drug use, offering a balanced and thought-provoking analysis.
This exploration encourages a reevaluation of how we perceive history and the complex relationship between humans and psychoactive substances.
The book challenges conventional narratives by highlighting the often-overlooked role of drugs in shaping human behavior and decision-making.
Kelly argues that understanding the historical use of drugs can provide a more nuanced perspective on the past.
He examines both the positive and negative consequences of drug use, offering a balanced and thought-provoking analysis.
This exploration encourages a reevaluation of how we perceive history and the complex relationship between humans and psychoactive substances.
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as a provocative look at how drugs have shaped history.

Michael Kovnat

Human History on Drugs
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as a provocative look at how drugs have shaped history.

Michael Kovnat

‘The Next Big Idea Daily’: Human History on Drugs