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Hollywood Bad Boys

Loud, Fast, and Out of Control

By: James Robert Parish

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Hollywood Bad Boys

Loud, Fast, and Out of Control

By: James Robert Parish

From Rudolph Valentino to Kelsey Grammer, bestselling showbiz author Parish provides a roadmap to the stormy and sometimes wacky lives of Hollywood's most notorious leading men. 50 photos.

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McGraw-Hill Companies

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0071381376

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9780071381376

It's Good to Be the King

The Seriously Funny Life of Mel Brooks

By: James Robert Parish

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It's Good to Be the King

The Seriously Funny Life of Mel Brooks

By: James Robert Parish

This book traces the extraordinary life and career of Mel Brooks, who has ridden a wave of show business success perhaps unsurpassed by anyone of his generation. Offering many insights into the wacky world of Brooks and his many collaborators, as well as an intimate look into his successful marriage to the brilliant and beautiful actress Anne Bancroft, It's Good to Be the King might just be the most delightful, engaging, and entertaining biography you'll ever read.

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Turner Publishing Company

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162045887X

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9781620458877

Jason Biggs

Hollywood's Newest Cutie-Pie!

By: James Robert Parish

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Jason Biggs

Hollywood's Newest Cutie-Pie!

By: James Robert Parish

Jason Biggs started doing commercials at age five, and made appearances on Broadway and TV. But it was his role in the movie "American Pie" that made him hot property in Hollywood. Readers learn where Biggs' career is headed, what he does with his spare time, what kinds of girls he digs, and more. 8 pages of color photos.

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St. Martin's Paperbacks

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1466876611

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9781466876613

Hollywood Songsters: Garland to O'Connor

By: James Robert Parish,Michael R. Pitts

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Hollywood Songsters: Garland to O'Connor

By: James Robert Parish,Michael R. Pitts

For fans of musicals, singing, Hollywood history, and the lives of stars, no other work equals this new three-volume reference to the on- and off-camera careers of more than 100 performers who made major contributions to the American screen musical. From June Allyson to Mae West, Hollwood Songsters provides a detailed narrative-ranging from 2,000 to 5000 words each-of the lives and careers of stars forever etched in our memories. Each entry includes a filmography, discography (of both albums and CDs), Broadway appearances, radio work, television appearances and series, and a full-page photo of the subject. This is the ideal reference work for everyone one from the mildly curious to the devoted fan.

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Taylor & Francis

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0415943337

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9780415943338

Career Opportunities in Writing

By: T. Allan Taylor,James Robert Parish

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Career Opportunities in Writing

By: T. Allan Taylor,James Robert Parish

Provides information on salaries, skill requirements, and employment opportunities for ninety writing and writing-related professions.

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Infobase Publishing

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1438110901

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9781438110905

Fiasco

A History of Hollywood's Iconic Flops

By: James Robert Parish

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Fiasco

A History of Hollywood's Iconic Flops

By: James Robert Parish

A longtime industry insider and acclaimed Hollywood historian goes behind the scenes to tell the stories of 15 of the most spectacular movie megaflops of the past 50 years, such as Cleopatra, The Cotton Club, and Waterworld. He recounts, in every gory detail, how enormous hubris, unbridled ambition, artistic hauteur, and bad business sense on the parts of Tinsel Town wheeler-dealers and superstars such as Elizabeth Taylor, Clint Eastwood, and Francis Ford Coppola, conspired to engender some of the worst films ever.

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Turner Publishing Company

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0470358645

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9780470358641

Ray Milland

The Films, 1929-1984

By: James McKay

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Ray Milland

The Films, 1929-1984

By: James McKay

With no formal training as an actor, Welsh-born Ray Milland (1907-1986), a former trooper in the British Army's Household Cavalry, enjoyed a half-century career working alongside some of the great directors and stars from the Golden Age of cinema. He won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance as the alcoholic writer in The Lost Weekend (1945), a defining moment that enabled him to break free from romantic leads and explore darker shades of his debonair demeanor, such as the veiled menace of his scheming husband in Hitchcock's Dial M For Murder (1954). A consummate professional with wide range, Milland took the directorial reins in several of his starring vehicles in the 1950s, most notably in the intelligent Western A Man Alone (1955). He comfortably slipped into most genres, from romantic comedy to adventure to film noir. Later he turned to science fiction and horror movies, including two with cult filmmaker Roger Corman. This first complete filmography covers the actor's screen career, with a concise introductory biography and an appendix listing his extensive radio and television credits.

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McFarland

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1476638497

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9781476638492

Video Versions

Film Adaptations of Plays on Video

By: Thomas L. Erskine,James M. Welsh

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Video Versions

Film Adaptations of Plays on Video

By: Thomas L. Erskine,James M. Welsh

Many of our favorite films began as plays—some as well known as Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, and some not so well known as You've Got Mail's origin, a 1937 play Parfumerie by Miklos Laszlo. Video Versions identifies nearly 300 films and their theatrical origins, providing readers with an overview of the films and highlighting similarities and differences to the source plays. Perfect for teachers, students, and anyone interested in theater and film, it is the most complete resource available for video versions of plays. Each entry provides: the original play's title, author, and year of publication; the name of the film, year of production, director and adapter; the main cast and the characters they play; running time and rating if available. Following a plot summary, a critical analysis provides the similarities and differences of the play and film, including character and plot changes, setting, missing or added scenes, special film techniques, and behind-the-scenes information such as who turned down or lost particular parts when the play was adapted to film. A short list of sources for further reading follows each entry. Information about contacting distributors—for obtaining the films—is included in the introduction and an extensive index completes the volume.

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Bloomsbury Publishing USA

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0313032033

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9780313032035

Denzel Washington

By: James Robert Parish

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Denzel Washington

By: James Robert Parish

A biography of the African American actor who earned an historic second Academy Award in 2002 for his portrayal of Detective Alonzo Harris in the movie "Training Day.

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Infobase Publishing

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1438111835

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9781438111834

The Science of Conjecture

Evidence and Probability Before Pascal

By: James Franklin,Professor James Franklin

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The Science of Conjecture

Evidence and Probability Before Pascal

By: James Franklin,Professor James Franklin

The Science of Conjecture provides a history of rational methods of dealing with uncertainty."--BOOK JACKET.

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0801865697

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9780801865695

Hollywood Divas

The Good, the Bad, and the Fabulous

By: James Robert Parish

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Hollywood Divas

The Good, the Bad, and the Fabulous

By: James Robert Parish

From the birth of the silver screen, "It Girls" laid down a sequined trail of self-indulgence and scandalous bad behavior. "Hollywood Divas" traces that glittering path from legendary icons to today's most high-maintenance celebrities of film and TV. 70 photos.

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McGraw-Hill Companies

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0071408193

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9780071408196

Evelyn Brent

The Life and Films of Hollywood's Lady Crook

By: Lynn Kear,James King

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Evelyn Brent

The Life and Films of Hollywood's Lady Crook

By: Lynn Kear,James King

Evelyn Brent's life and career were going quite well in 1928. She was happily living with writer Dorothy Herzog following her divorce from producer Bernard Fineman, and the tiny brunette had wowed fans and critics in the silent films The Underworld and The Last Command. She'd also been a sensation in Paramount's first dialogue film, Interference. But by the end of that year Brent was headed for a quick, downward spiral ending in bankruptcy and occasional work as an extra. What happened is a complicated story laced with bad luck, poor decisions, and treachery detailed in this first and only full-length biography.

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McFarland

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0786454687

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9780786454686

Dana Andrews

The Face of Noir

By: James McKay

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Dana Andrews

The Face of Noir

By: James McKay

Dana Andrews, arguably the finest minimalist actor of his generation, as one critic commented, could convey more with one look than many actors could with a soliloquy. In a film career spanning nearly five decades, Andrews appeared in some of Hollywood's most prestigious productions, including The Ox-Bow Incident (1943) and The Best Years of Our Lives (1946). His unique screen presence was shown at its best in such film noir classics as Laura (1944) and Where the Sidewalk Ends (1950). Beginning with an absorbing biographical chapter, this critical survey of Dana Andrews' screen career features a complete filmography with synopses, reviews, behind-the-scenes anecdotes and insightful comments from Andrews and his coworkers. A chronological list of television, radio and theater credits is included.

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McFarland

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0786456760

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9780786456765

A genealogical dictionary of the first settlers of New England, Volume 3

By: James Savage

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A genealogical dictionary of the first settlers of New England, Volume 3

By: James Savage

A genealogical dictionary of our early colonists. Every volume shows three generations of those who came before 1692. Although more than a century has elapsed since the publication of this monumental work, it remains the standard to our day. We do not mean that new information has not been unearthed or that the work is free from errors, but Savage had just the peculiar qualifications necessary. He was so persistent in gathering data and so conservative in his use of them, that a statement made on his authority bears great weight. This work has the whole of New England for its field. This is volume 3, covering the surnames K - R.

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Jazzybee Verlag

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3849687171

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9783849687175

100 Things Lakers Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die

By: Steve Springer,James Worthy

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100 Things Lakers Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die

By: Steve Springer,James Worthy

Now in its third edition, an essential guide for all Lakers fans, including the 2020 NBA championship! Most Los Angeles Lakers fans have taken in a game or two at the Staples Center, have seen highlights of Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, or remember the epic battles with the Celtics in the 1980s. But only real fans know how the Lakers acquired Hot Rod Hundley, which hobby fascinated both Chick Hearn and Elgin Baylor, or the best place to grab a bite in LA before a game. Whether you were there for the Showtime era or started watching during Kobe Bryant's prime, this is the ultimate guide for Lakers faithful. Every essential piece of Lakers knowledge and trivia, as well as must-do activities, is ranked from 1 to 100, providing an entertaining and easy-to-follow checklist for those on their way to fan superstardom.Readers will experience a vivid tour of Lakers history, featuring LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the team's 2020 championship season.

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Triumph Books

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1641256583

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9781641256582

It's a Numbers Game! Basketball

The Math Behind the Perfect Bounce Pass, the Buzzer-Beating Bank Shot, and So Much More!

By: James Buckley (Jr.)

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It's a Numbers Game! Basketball

The Math Behind the Perfect Bounce Pass, the Buzzer-Beating Bank Shot, and So Much More!

By: James Buckley (Jr.)

Math information for kids while learning about basketball"--

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1426336896

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9781426336898

John Wayne: American

American

By: James S. Olson,Randy Roberts

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John Wayne: American

American

By: James S. Olson,Randy Roberts

Based on over five years of interview and archival research, John Wayne: American explains the appeal of Wayne's abiding "Americanness" and how he became such a revered icon. No American has been more identified with his country than John Wayne. For millions of people from the heartland to the furthest corners of the earth, he simply is America. Wayne virtually defined the role of the cowboy and the soldier, unswervingly playing the gruff man of decency, the hero who would always come through when the chips were down. On-screen—and off—Wayne was larger than life. For twenty-five years he dominated at the box office. His popularity both at home and abroad remains higher than any other celebrity of his time. So why have critics and film historians refused to grant him the central importance he deserves? Why has there never before been a serious biography? The answers to these questions reveal much about both Wayne and America. He was highly regarded in the '40s and '50s. As the Cold War progressed, however, critics gradually turned away from him. By the '60s and '70s, Wayne's politics guaranteed that movies like The Green Berets would be panned, despite consistent popular success. Now, after the death of both Wayne and communism, it is high time for Randy Roberts and James Olson's reappraisal. Born in a dyed-in-the-wool Republican town in Iowa, a football star and student leader, and a scholarship boy at USC, Wayne went to Hollywood because it was the truest meritocracy in America, the one place where his lack of wealth and connections could not hurt him. After spending the first decade of his career on Poverty Row, he emerged as a star in Stagecoach. But it was during World War II that Wayne—and America—emerged as superpowers. Wayne came to politics reluctantly, joining the mainstream of America in its confrontation with communism—and maintaining his opposition ever since. At heart, however, Wayne was a nonideological conservative. He loved his freedom, his friends, his women, and his booze. He believed in simple justice and common decency, and he will always be beloved as a result. Ultimately, we cannot understand America itself without understanding John Wayne.

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Simon and Schuster

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143910834X

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9781439108345

You Ain't Heard Nothin' Yet

Interviews with Stars from Hollywood's Golden Era

By: James Bawden,Ron Miller

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You Ain't Heard Nothin' Yet

Interviews with Stars from Hollywood's Golden Era

By: James Bawden,Ron Miller

Journalists James Bawden and Ron Miller spent their careers interviewing the greatest stars of Hollywood's golden age. They visited Lee Marvin at home and politely admired his fishing trophies, chatted with Janet Leigh while a young Jamie Lee Curtis played, and even made Elizabeth Taylor laugh out loud. In You Ain't Heard Nothin' Yet, Bawden and Miller return with a new collection of rare interviews with iconic film stars including Henry Fonda, Esther Williams, Buster Keaton, Maureen O'Sullivan, Walter Pidgeon, and many more. The book is filled with humorous anecdotes and incredible behind-the-scenes stories. For instance, Bette Davis reflects that she and Katharine Hepburn were both considered for the role of Scarlett O'Hara but neither was "gorgeous enough" for the part; Janet Leigh analyzes the famous shower scene in Psycho (1960), which was shot in seven days and gave the actress nightmares for years; and Jimmy Stewart describes Alfred Hitchcock as a "strange, roly-poly man, interested only in blondes and murder." Popular horror film stars from Lon Chaney Jr. to Boris Karloff and Vincent Price are also featured in a special "movie monsters" section. With first-person accounts of Hollywood life from some of the most distinguished luminaries in the history of American cinema, this entertaining book will delight classic movie fans.

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University Press of Kentucky

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0813174236

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9780813174235

Media Career Guide

Preparing for Jobs in the 21st Century

By: Sherri Hope Culver,James Seguin

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Media Career Guide

Preparing for Jobs in the 21st Century

By: Sherri Hope Culver,James Seguin

Overview: Targeted to today's media-savvy students, the Media Career Guide includes the latest information on using social media during a job search, as well as tips for navigating a rapidly changing digital media landscape. This essential manual includes an overview of today's employment opportunities and provides a comprehensive directory of media jobs. In addition, helpful guidelines walk readers through the entire job-search process, from researching a company to applying for jobs to displaying appropriate behavior in the workplace.

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Macmillan

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0312542607

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9780312542603

The Best Boston Sports Arguments

The 100 Most Controversial, Debatable Questions for Die-Hard Boston Fans

By: James Caple,Steve Buckley

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The Best Boston Sports Arguments

The 100 Most Controversial, Debatable Questions for Die-Hard Boston Fans

By: James Caple,Steve Buckley

Every Boston fan knows that the only thing better than watching sports is arguing about them--picking the best, the worst and who will come out on top. And no city tears its sports teams apart like we do in Beantown! Veteran Boston sportswriters Steve Buckley and Jim Caple take you inside the 100 best debates in Boston sports. Covering the Red Sox, Celtics, Patriots, Bruins and beyond, every question you want to debate is here--as well as a few surprises. Arguments include: Who was the greatest Boston athlete ever: Russell, Bird or Brady? Boston: Football town or baseball town? Was freezing Ted Williams really all that crazy? The greatest clutch performer in Bruins history: Was it Orr, or was it...? Which Yankees loss was more painful? Dent or Boone? Who was better, Ted or DiMaggio?

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Sourcebooks, Inc.

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1402249985

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9781402249983

Delicious Foods

A Novel

By: James Hannaham

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Delicious Foods

A Novel

By: James Hannaham

Held captive by her employers -- and by her own demons -- on a mysterious farm, a widow struggles to reunite with her young son in this uniquely American story of freedom, perseverance, and survival. Darlene, once an exemplary wife and a loving mother to her young son, Eddie, finds herself devastated by the unforeseen death of her husband. Unable to cope with her grief, she turns to drugs, and quickly forms an addiction. One day she disappears without a trace. Unbeknownst to eleven-year-old Eddie, now left behind in a panic-stricken search for her, Darlene has been lured away with false promises of a good job and a rosy life. A shady company named Delicious Foods shuttles her to a remote farm, where she is held captive, performing hard labor in the fields to pay off the supposed debt for her food, lodging, and the constant stream of drugs the farm provides to her and the other unfortunates imprisoned there. In Delicious Foods, James Hannaham tells the gripping story of three unforgettable characters: a mother, her son, and the drug that threatens to destroy them. Through Darlene's haunted struggle to reunite with Eddie, through the efforts of both to triumph over those who would enslave them, and through the irreverent and mischievous voice of the drug that narrates Darlene's travails, Hannaham's daring and shape-shifting prose infuses this harrowing experience with grace and humor. The desperate circumstances that test the unshakeable bond between this mother and son unfold into myth, and Hannaham's treatment of their ordeal spills over with compassion. Along the way we experience a tale at once contemporary and historical that wrestles with timeless questions of love and freedom, forgiveness and redemption, tenacity and the will to survive.

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Hachette+ORM

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0316284920

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9780316284929

Substance Abuse in America

A Documentary and Reference Guide

By: James A. Swartz

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Substance Abuse in America

A Documentary and Reference Guide

By: James A. Swartz

This book provides a comprehensive overview of drug policy in the United States from the early 1900s through the present day, providing historical and social context through the telling of the colorful and often tragic stories of the events and individuals throughout this period. Substance Abuse in America: A Documentary and Reference Guide examines the history of U.S. drug policy chronologically, from the early 1900s through the current day, covering topics such as patent medicines, Prohibition, Reefer Madness, the psychedelic '60s, Nixon's War on Drugs, and the powerful warring Mexican drug cartels that currently threaten political instability in that country. This book provides a comprehensive overview of U.S. drug policy that will fascinate general readers and benefit those in the field of substance abuse treatment or policy. Each chapter includes an analysis of a primary source document that serves to illuminate drug policy in America at a particular point in time as well as the reasons for the waxing and waning popularity of various drugs. The author provides accurate historical context that explains perceptions about substance abuse in American history, and draws compelling parallels across different time periods to show that much of what may seem new and unique for the present generation actually has a historical precedent.

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Bloomsbury Publishing USA

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ISBN 13

9798216151272

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