The Eternal Search: The Story of Man and His Drugs

The Eternal Search: The Story Of Man And His Drugs is a comprehensive exploration of the human relationship with drugs throughout history. Written by Richard R. Mathison, the book delves into the various ways in which humans have sought to alter their consciousness and enhance their physical and mental abilities through the use of drugs.The book begins by examining the earliest known uses of drugs, including the use of psychoactive plants by ancient cultures. It then moves on to explore the role of drugs in religion and spirituality, as well as their use in medicine and science.Throughout the book, Mathison explores the various motivations behind drug use, from the desire for spiritual enlightenment to the pursuit of pleasure and escape. He also examines the social and cultural factors that have influenced drug use throughout history, including government policies, social movements, and changing attitudes towards drugs.The book concludes with a discussion of the current state of drug use and drug policy, and the challenges that lie ahead in the ongoing search for new and more effective treatments for addiction and other drug-related problems.Overall, The Eternal Search provides a fascinating and thought-provoking look at the complex and often controversial history of human drug use.This is a new release of the original 1958 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.