Cocaine and Cultural Decadence in Nazi Berlin

This chapter explores the initial popularity of cocaine among artists and intellectuals in Nazi Germany, juxtaposed against the regime's propaganda that portrayed the substance as morally corrupt. It examines the vibrant drug culture of early 20th century Berlin, alongside the tension between reality and the exaggerated anti-drug sentiments fueled by the Nazis. The discussion also critiques misconceptions about drug policies during this era and highlights the impact of anti-Semitic rhetoric on perceptions of drug use.