Forbidden Drugs (Paperback)

Review from previous edition The author has provided a very comprehensive cover of all of those aspects of drug misuse as well as a succinct critique of official policy with proposals for future action. Recommended for both professional and general readers. * Journal of the Institute of Health Education *
Did you know that during the First World War, gifts sold by Harrods included a kit of morphine, a syringe and spare needles? It's one of the many fascinating facts in Dr Philip Robson's book Forbidden Drugs. * Leslie Toulson, Woman's Realm *
This book is an excellent introduction to the common drugs of abuse and is a model of good composition...The book is densely packed with facts and information, synthesizing a large body of research, but also containing much information that is so intrinsically interesting that it is a pleasure to 'dip into' at random. * Bill Plummer, Addiction Biology *
Dr Phil Robson has written a wise and humane book, which avoids the easy generalizations and tired shibboleths of the "drug debate" for an informed and interesting perspective. Thank heavens there are still professionals who are prepared to go against the grain of contemporary drug policy and offer some innovative and forward-looking solutions to the problem of drug use. I urge anyone interested in the issues surrounding illegal drugs to read this book. * Will Self *
Philip Robson has brought his excellent Forbidden Drugs up to date. In the public jousting to condemn a small group of drugs as evil, addictive and a threat to civilisation, Robson's cool look at the history, content and use of drugs is refreshing. * New Scientist *
I have yet to find a better book on the subject. * The Sunday Mirror *
This excellent introduction to the common drugs of abuse...provides accurate and easy to understand information...a worthwhile read for those in the field. * Michael Easton, MD, Rush University Medical Center *