Bibliograph

Cocaine, the rush to destruction, Zachary Chastain

Type

Label

Cocaine, the rush to destruction, Zachary Chastain

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (p. 124) and index

Illustrations

illustrationsmapsphotographs

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Cocaine

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

747099288

Responsibility statement

Zachary Chastain

Series statement

Illicit and misused drugs

Sub title

the rush to destruction

Summary

"Blow, snow, crack . . . Whatever you call it, cocaine is a big problem in the United States and Canada. More than a million individuals in the United States can be classified as being addicted to cocaine. "Cocaine: The Rush to Destruction" tells the story of cocaine, its history and role in medicine, religion, and even soda production. Learn about the biology behind the highs--and lows--of the drug's use. You will also discover the long- and short-term effects of cocaine abuse and addiction, and you'll get information on kicking the cocaine habit. First-person stories of individuals with cocaine addiction--and some who are fighting the addiction--provide cautionary tales as well as stories of hope" --from the publisher

Table Of Contents

Introduction -- What is cocaine? -- The history of cocaine -- What are the dangers of cocaine? -- Issues surrounding cocaine -- Treatment for cocaine addiction -- Glossary -- Further reading -- For more information -- Index

Target audience

juvenile

Classification