Though it may seem like time to celebrate from those in the. Marijuana has been used as medicine and a way of achieving euphoria since ancient times. In the 19th century cannabis was one of the secret ingredients in several so called patent medicines. In addition to some history, youll also learn a lot about the seemingly endless list of hemps uses and get some wisdom into why its taken so long for it. The emperor wears no clothes is one of the most famous cannabis books of all time. The history of cannabis cultivation in america dates back to the early colonists, who grew hemp for textiles and rope. Books for cannabis industry professionals and entrepreneurs. At this time, emperor shennung recognized its treatment properties for over 100 ailments such as gout, rheumatism, and malaria.
Originally 1st edition, this chapter was entitled, a short graphical history of medical cannabis, and was intended mostly for use by newspaper reporters who needed a. If i ever need info on cannabis, i will grab this book again, but until then, i think im good. Looks at the role cannabis has played in almost every aspect of human existence from agriculture to counter culture. This chapter presents a pharmacological history of cannabis, primarily in the form of a detailed chronology highlighting key developments from various cultures around the world that employed either cannabidiolpredominant hemp or tetrahydrocannabinolpredominant cannabis chemovars, dating from the third millennium bce to the twentyfirst century ce. This book explores the contradictions present within the cannabis industry from a business and policy perspective. However, the plant is also extremely useful as a source of stem fiber, edible seed oil, and medicinal compounds, all of which are undergoing extremely promising research, technological applications, and business investment. Hemp has been utilized to make fabric as early as 80007000 b.
It is one of the most commonly used drugs in the world, following only caffeine, nicotine, and alcoholic beverages in popularity. We all know the mythology behind marijuana but cannabis. Many, many details of the ecology, properties, history and biology of cannabis plants, of which there are many varieties that are also described in detail and their uses listed. The legality of the plant waffled backandforth for centuries.
A very interesting book about a plant that has been unfairly given a bad rap. List of books and articles about marijuana legalization. Goodwin gave a lecture in 1897 that touted cannabis as a remedy for a raft of ailments, and also. If youre looking for the best history books published this past year, the annual wolfson history prize is a great place to start. A patients guide to medicinal cannabishealing without the. With so much hype about marijuana legalization and the drug war, its easy to think that marijuana is just a modern phenomenon or invented by the hippies. Smoke signals explores the great american pot story. Below are 50 of the best marijuana books to read while sipping some weed tea. Written by infamous cannabis activist and advocate jack herer, this book was originally published in 1985 and is a useful reference for anyone who wants to take a look into how the similar the political climate around cannabis was then and now.
This book is all about the history of cannabis, delivered in a way that gets right to the point. Considered the handbook for the future of marijuana and written by ganja guru ed rosenthal, a praised expert of the cannabis world, in this book awardwinning artisans describe how to process and develop hash, oils, concentrates and more using both traditional and modern techniques. The drug has been intertwined with race and ethnicity since well before the word marijuana was coined. The first reference to its use is in a chinese medical manual dating back to around 2700 b. There were at least 2000 cannabis medicines prior to 1937, produced by over 280 manufacturers. A complete guide to the risks and benefits of cannabis. However, the following list of gamechanging cannabis books will focus. In this comprehensive study, martin booth crafts a tale of medical. Some fear it is dangerous and addictive, while others feel it should be decriminalized. For millennia, the plant has been valued for its use for fiber and rope, as food and medicine, and for its psychoactive properties for religious and recreational use. In 2737 bc, chinese emperor shennong wrote a book on medicine that included cannabis as a treatment for many conditions. The earliest restrictions on cannabis were reported in the islamic world by the 14th. Originally used as a textile material and later a medicinal ingredient, this plant became highly controversial through the years. This classic book is just as much a part of cannabis history as the information inside of it.
To some its the classic gateway drug, to others it is a harmless way to relax, or provide relief from pain. Focusing on politics, the media, government, and education, the book describes why public policy has changed, and what that change might mean for marijuana s future. Index of free cannabis ebooks pdf adverse effects of marijuana albuquerque hl indoor cannabis garden guide a population based case control study of marijuana use and head and neck squamous cell carcinoma basic soil grow guide beginner guide to growing grass big book of buds biology of marijuana from gene to behavior book of grass an anthology on indian hemp. The zoroastrian holy book zend avesta, compiled between 559 bce and 379 ce, makes several mentions of bhanga, the wellknown sanskrit word for cannabis.
Learn more about the history, effects, and legality of marijuana. Most ancient cultures didnt grow the plant to get high, but as herbal medicine, likely starting in asia around 500 bc. A plantseye view of the world by michael pollan, the emperor wears no clothes. In addition to detailing the medical benefits of medicinal cannabis, the book offers extensive insight into the history of cannabis as a form of therapy and the political factors that eventually led to its criminalization.
A history dives deep into the life of this supposed gateway drug. Read these books to learn about the history of weed. However, in the 20th century, marijuana production from cannabis was a turning point in cannabis history, and then led to the limitation of cultivation areas and use. This book is for readers looking to learn every last detail about the history of cannabis. Also shows how cannabis has been blacklisted for so many wrong reasons. How marijuana can improve your life siebert, amanda on. Marijuana is known by several other names, including pot, grass, and weed. His work had such an impact on the cannabis community that theres even a strain named after him. From tomes on botany, recipes and creative nonfiction to cultural musings and political history, there are over 5,200 printed books about cannabis thats enough to fill the. Each year, the judges pick out outstanding books that are both originally researched and readable.
For more than 10,000 years, people have been using the cannabis plant for various purposes from medicinal treatments, to hemp clothing, to seeds for nutrition. The first use of cannabis for medicinal purposes was recorded as 2700 b. Legalization, cannabis industry, marijuana history. Throughout the book, herer exposes the history of cannabis along with the lies surrounding it. In the united states, where it is usually smoked, it also has been called. But the cannabis or hemp plant has had a longreally long.
Lees book is considered in many circles to be the gold standard with regards to books about cannabis legalization. Here are some of our picks for the best educational books about cannabis. Being passages from the life of a pythagorean by fitz hugh ludlow 1857. Though it may seem like time to celebrate from those in the propot camp, dont spark up those celebratory. The history of marijuana is as indepth as it is interesting. Chinese legend states that its usefulness in treating rheumatism, gout, malaria and, oddly enough, absentmindedness was documented by chinese emperor shen nung known as the father of chinese medicine. A complete guide to cannabis is a 2010 book about cannabis edited by julie holland m. In her debut book, historian emily dufton traces the history of marijuana in america. I am completing a book on cannabis in the ancient greek and roman world, which will be out in 2018. The earliest record of medical marijuana comes from ancient china. The history of cannabis use goes back as far as 12,000 years, which places the plant among humanitys oldest cultivated crops, according to information in the book.
A short history provides a brief yet compelling narrative that discusses the social and cultural history of marijuana but also tells us how a oncevilified plant has been transformed into a serious, even mainstream, public policy issue. After the introduction of islam, things began to change. Use this guide to the cannabis library to discover everything from plant history, legalization movements, evidencebased research, iconic cultural reads and more. But, as the following facts show, history tells a much clearer story. This practical, accessible guide to using cbddominant cannabis contains a wealth of information for both firsttime. Cannabis sativa is best known as the source of marijuana, the worlds most widely consumed illicit recreational drug. Cannabis has had a long and sometimes tumultuous past in the united states since the nation was formed. The best books on medicinal marijuana five books expert. The emperor wears no clothes remains one of the most accurate and informative cannabis books to date. The book is full of logical and moral discussion on the multiple uses of cannabis.
Historian and wolfson judge richard evans talks us through the six history. Prior to the introduction of islam, it is clear that cannabis use was flourishing in the region then known as persia. The book was written by american cannabis activist jack herer on the many uses of this enigmatic plant. And while the plant, and the way it is used, has changed a lot over the centuries, its interesting to take the long view of marijuana and look back at its. Turns out theres an awful lot we dont know about the recent history of the cannabis. Pharmacological history of cannabis oxford scholarship. The history of cannabis and its usage by humans dates back to at least the third millennium bc in written history, and possibly further back by archaeological evidence. Gerber explores this analogy in legalizing marijuana, harkening the age of illegality to the age of prohibition in the 20s. From the author of marijuana nation, here is a list of top pot books the hasheesh eater.
The marijuana history timeline below outlines this journey. I still have about 80 pages to go, but this book has been incredibly informative. A short historyprovides a brief yet compelling narrative that discusses the social and cultural history of marijuana but also tells us how a oncevilified plant has been transformed into a serious, even mainstream, public policy issue. Lee takes readers through a cultural exploration of cannabis. Marijuana, drug composed of the leaves and flowers of plants in the genus cannabis.
Marijuana, also known as cannabis or pot, has a long history of human use. Whatever the viewpoint, cannabis incites debate at every level, and the effect it has on every corner of the globe is undeniable. It is a must read for anyone somewhat interested in the movement or cannabis. How to succeed in weed according to 50 industry insiders ebook. Open cannabis ebook library a wide range of ebooks are available. Nomadic indoeuropean peoples used cannabis in steam baths, and also burned cannabis seeds in burial rituals. Discover librarianselected research resources on marijuana legalization from the questia online library, including fulltext online books, academic journals, magazines, newspapers and more. Learn about an aspect of pot you dont already have mastered, like making your own edibles or growing different strains. Before publishing, herer spent years collecting and. A ll kinds of books pair well with weed, from the headiest philosophy to the most escapist fantasy or science fiction. The story is one of religious, medicinal, and recreational use that goes back thousands of years on every continent.
From etiquette and politics, to a growers guide and a marijuanaspecific cookbook, here are some of our favorite. Weed is often likened to alcohol in discussions of harm, benefit, and legality. A practical guide to better health and relief from pain and anxiety. Focusing on politics, the media, government, and education, the book describes why public policy.
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