Feiling, Tom
The Candy Machine: How Cocaine Took Over the World
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141034461
- author:
- Feiling, Tom
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 19.4 x 12.8 x 2.2 cm
- Genre:
- Healthcare System Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Candy Machine: How Cocaine Took Over the World by Tom Feiling Cocaine is a lucrative business that has become deeply ingrained in modern society. Despite governments' efforts to combat it, the drug remains a significant problem worldwide. This book explores the history and inner workings of the cocaine trade, from its origins in Colombia to its global reach. Feiling's investigation takes him to various locations, including major cities and regions where cocaine is produced, transported, and consumed. He speaks with individuals involved in the trade, including traffickers, users, and law enforcement officials, providing a nuanced understanding of the complex issues surrounding cocaine. Through his research and interviews, Feiling sheds light on the myths and misconceptions surrounding cocaine, revealing a more detailed and accurate picture of this multifaceted issue.
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