Opium’s Orphans

"Opium's Orphans" offers a comprehensive and balanced history of the anti-narcotics movement, tracing its origins from China and exploring how the war on drugs has evolved over time. The book examines the surprising historical accident behind drug prohibition and questions its effectiveness amid ongoing issues like opioid deaths and cartel violence. It ultimately suggests that it may be time to reconsider and rethink current approaches to drug policy.