Marijuana

A Reference Handbook

David E. Newton (Independent Scholar, USA)

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Bloomsbury Publishing USA
28 December 2023

Illness & addiction: social aspects; Drugs trade & trafficking; Pharmacology; Health & Self-Help

Series: Contemporary World Issues

This single-volume resource provides sound, up-to-date information and authoritative resources for research on the controversial topics of the use of marijuana for medical and recreational purposes and the effects of marijuana use on society.

The use of marijuana has consistently been a highly controversial, polarizing, and emotional topic, so much so that social, cultural, and religious factors have largely influenced public opinion, legislation, and law enforcement's treatment of marijuana use. At the same time, much of the scientific information about the plant has largely been ignored in the policies and practices of the United States over the past 100 years.

Marijuana: A Reference Handbook provides detailed coverage of the history and background of marijuana use in society, with special emphasis on the present day in the United States. It outlines the development of federal and state legislation with respect to marijuana use over the last century, focusing on changes that are taking place in the second decade of the 21st century, and examines the pros and cons of the use of marijuana for a variety of purposes. The book presents readers with unbiased, research-based information about the effects, benefits, and risks of marijuana use. Readers will also learn about the role of hemp across human history and about very recent legislative action on the use of marijuana for both recreational purposes and medical use.

By: David E. Newton (Independent Scholar USA)
Imprint: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 25mm
Weight: 454g
ISBN: 9798765116029
Series: Contemporary World Issues
Pages: 392
Publication Date: 28 December 2023
Audience: Primary & secondary/elementary & high school , College/higher education , Children's (6-12) , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

David E. Newton, EdD, has been a freelance writer of nonfiction books and ancillary materials for young adults for nearly 55 years. He has published more than 400 textbooks, research manuals, trade books, encyclopedias, and encyclopedia articles as well as lab manuals, problems books, and other educational materials.

Reviews for Marijuana: A Reference Handbook

"""With additional profiles of important persons and organizations, updated resources for further research, and an amplified selection of primary materials, the second edition remains an excellent companion for those needing a primer on this controversial and rapidly changing topic. Summing Up: Recommended. High school through undergraduate students; general readers; professionals/practitioners."" --Choice ""Compact 'all in one' reference information without highly charged political commentary."" --Library Journal ""This reference work presents unbiased information and provides essential material for students researching this topic for reports or personal knowledge. Recommended."" --School Library Connection"