Presents nineteen essays that explore the history, origins, and use of cocaine since the early sixteenth-century Incas in Peru, and discusses its resurgence in the United States during the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s, the use of crack, and other topics.
Discusses the manufacture and sale of crack, explains the dangers of crack use and addiction, and describes efforts to treat addicts and end the crack trade.
Presents information on the history and use of crack, explains why it is so addictive, explores the demographics of crack use, and discusses the psychological, medical, and social consequences of the drug. Includes resources for further study.