Smoke Signals

A Social History of Marijuana - Medical, Recreational, and Scientific

By: Martin A. Lee

Narrated by: Nick Podehl

Martin A. Lee traces the dramatic social history of marijuana, from its origins to its emergence in the 1960s as a defining force in a culture war that has never ceased. Lee describes how the illicit marijuana subculture overcame government opposition and morphed into a dynamic, multibillion-dollar industry.

In 1996, California voters approved Proposition 215, legalizing marijuana for medicinal purposes. Similar laws have followed in more than a dozen other states, but not without antagonistic responses from federal, state, and local law enforcement. Lee, an award-winning investigative journalist, draws attention to underreported scientific breakthroughs that are reshaping the therapeutic landscape. By mining the plant’s rich pharmacopoeia, medical researchers have developed promising treatments for cancer, heart disease, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, chronic pain, and many other conditions that are beyond the reach of conventional cures. Colorful, illuminating, and at times irreverent, this is a fascinating listen for recreational users and patients, students and doctors, musicians and accountants, Baby Boomers and their kids, and anyone who has ever wondered about the secret life of this ubiquitous herb.

©2012 Martin A. Lee (P)2012 Brilliance Audio, Inc.

Excellent amd fair review of history.

The author brings up the facts and evidence without distortion. This is a must read, not so much because of the marajuana, but moreso because of the historical failings on the war on drugs.

incredibly insightful

a must read for anyone ignorant to the amazing benefits of cannabis. a detailed overview of the history of pot and everything else good about it

Should be required reading

Infmative history and valuable & applicable knowledge. A definite must read. I can't say enough!

History Humor and Hemp

Inspiring intellectual information that the world need to know. thought I had some knowledge about cannabis what I learned in this book took that to a whole new level. thanks for your dedicated contribution to the world

Must Read

Absolutely, hands down, no question, holy sheep shit, the most well written and told story about marijuana. If you're looking at the cannabis industry and see opportunity, read or listen to this book. -Cheers