The War on Drugs: An International Encyclopedia

This dictionary‐style encyclopaedia covers all aspects of the trade in illegal drugs: the gangs, the law enforcement agents, the drugs advocates, the products and the people. The book begins with a historical overview. This is mostly an account of the USA’s, largely unsuccessful, attempts to reduce illegal drug use by reducing the supply rather than cutting the demand. This is followed by 800 topics, including people like Timothy Leary, drugs, gangs, international statements and conventions, organisations, and control operations. These range in length from a column inch to about a page. The entries end with suggestions to “see also”. The...