This is the most comprehensive and contemporary book ever written on the cultural influences of the drug that changed the world.The first book of its kind, "E, the Incredibly Strange History of Ecstasy" examines every aspect of MDMA, from its creation in a German lab just before the First World War, its use as a psychiatrist's tool in the 70s, though its rise in the gay and yuppie clubs in the 80s to its ultimate explosion on the dance scene.The book contains a unique visual catalogue of the most popular, unusual and visually stunning pills, along with illustrations (and analysis) of the dance fashions from dungarees and horns to smiley badges and day-glo. Selections of rave flyer art are also featured, and the effects of ecstasy on film, TV, books, comics and other media fully examined.With chapters covering every aspect of the subject - from the physical, emotional and psychological effects of ecstasy and the rise of key rave locations such as Goa and Ibiza to the futile attempts made by governments internationally to halt rave culture and stop MDMA use - this is the most comprehensive and contemporary book ever written on this popular yet elusive drug.
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"Tim Pilcher is clearly a Generation Ecstasy insider. Yet somehow his treatment of the subject stays balanced and nuanced. He avoids getting druggie or scene-y, and he also avoids the strange, academic stiffness that mars other recent work on youth culture and raves."
"Tim Pilcher is clearly a Generation Ecstasy insider. Yet somehow his treatment of the subject stays balanced and nuanced. He avoids getting druggie or scene-y, and he also avoids the strange, academic stiffness that mars other recent work on youth culture and raves."
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By Huei L. Saw
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I bought this book because I was doing my MA dissertation on drug culture and the music industry. (and I passed with a Merit)
It is brilliant. I had so much fun reading this as it tells you the truth and not what the government or media portrayed ecstasy to be like.
It gives the reasonable doubt about drug controversy. I love it!
Plus the cover is really pretty! :)
It is brilliant. I had so much fun reading this as it tells you the truth and not what the government or media portrayed ecstasy to be like.
It gives the reasonable doubt about drug controversy. I love it!
Plus the cover is really pretty! :)
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This is an easy read with lots of colors, pictures and quotes. A fresh breath of air.
The history, its use, hitting the mainstream, copbusts and interviews with many different types of people. And hey! Alexander Shulgin is in there too.
If you have a tad of interest on this subject get it. Well worth the money imho.
PLUR <3 <3 <3
The history, its use, hitting the mainstream, copbusts and interviews with many different types of people. And hey! Alexander Shulgin is in there too.
If you have a tad of interest on this subject get it. Well worth the money imho.
PLUR <3 <3 <3
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By D. Caulton
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I brought this book as a birthday gift for a friend. Whilst I haven't read the book myself, I have had a quick glance through and the book seems very interesting and of good quality. I especially like the cover with the raised pills.
My friend was very impressed and said it was a great read.
My friend was very impressed and said it was a great read.
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