Peter Lang Gmbh, Internationaler Verlag Der Wissenschaften The Politics of Marijuana: A New Paradigm

The phenomenon of "legal cannabis" is instigating a great deal of new research, political intrigue, and social change. The Politics of Marijuana: A New Paradigm explores the socio-political dimensions of cannabis as the world transitions from Harry Anslinger's Reefer Madness prohibition to an as-yet-to-be-defined future. This book brings together a wide variety of perspectives on the past, present, and fast-changing future of cannabis. Review "Timothy McGettigan's The Politics of Marijuana: A New Paradigm proves to be a precise and illuminating collection of thought-provoking essays from some of the leading experts on marijuana and its complex and changing role in modern society. McGettigan has gathered a deeply informative assemblage of critical information regarding one of humanity's historic multi-faceted natural resources." --Vivian McPeak, CEO, Seattle Hempfest "While the policies related to the use of cannabis are rapidly shifting around the world, The Politics of Marijuana: A New Paradigm promises to elucidate a much-debated topic from many different perspectives. By bringing interdisciplinary experts to break down complex issues, this fascinating book contributes immensely to the evolvement of a new scholar field and to the understanding of cannabis' part in our society." --Yuval "Tuby" Zolotov, Cann10 conference organizer in Tel Aviv About the Author Timothy McGettigan is Professor of Sociology and Principal Investigator at the Institute of Cannabis Research at Colorado State University-Pueblo.