Speed + Kentucky Ham
William S. Burroughs JR

This is a crazy book written by William Burroughs JR. (the son of the William Burroughs who brought us "Naked Lunch"). The book is excellent, it's about Burroughs's addiction to speed, which eventually brings him to NYC and then to jail, and then rehab.

We get a book containing a discussion of the life of a junky and a new perspective on the after-effects of the beat generation without being judgmental or the least bit preachy. Very well written.

A non-biased, factual book about the history of amphetamine use in America. It was written by the author of "Marijuana Reconsidered" and describes how amphetamines have been used both medically and recreationally in the United States.

The title says it all. A very popular and highly acclaimed book.

Sal Paradise (Kerouac), a young writer from New York City, ventures to cities around the country, staying with old friends, making new friends, and doing everything he can to stay alive and move on.
You won't find much of drugs in it but Jack Kerouac typed 'On The Road' on benzedrine on one giant ream of paper... so it's got that champin'-at-the-bit flavor of amphetamines. A classic!

This is probably my favorite book about abuse. Birgitta Stenberg writes about her life as a speed addict in Sweden some 35 years ago. There are some injecting taking place on almost every page but still it never bores you. Some parts are obviously written while high and others on a comedown. This produces a nice contrast that adds to the reading experience.

Stenberg continued to write after she managed to quit drugs. She has also been active as a politician and is one of few who has been sitting in the Swedish parliament and been openly supportive of harm reduction.

This is a great book. The author has this unique way of writing that just gets your attention and never let you go. Wurtzel offers an account of her descent into ritalin addiction, her experiences as an addict, and her difficult struggle to gain control over the drug and her life.

"This book is undoubtedly the bible of meth production. However, it's not a how-to for anybody since there is some complicated chemistry involved. "

"I BOUGHT THIS BOOK TO COOK METH AND IT IS SO AWESOME!!! I HAVEN'T SLEPT IN 23 DAYS I MADE THE BEST STUFF IN THE WORLD!! MY TEETH ARE STARTING TO FALL OUT BUT ITS COOL CUZ I REALLY DON'T EAT MUCH THESE DAYS AND I HAVE ALL THIS ENERGY ITS CRAZY I TELL YA BUT I LOVE IT!!! YOU NEED THIS BOOK MAN IT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE!"

I found the last "review" from Amazon rather amusing :o)

"From the Publisher: Otto has put together the most explicit syntheses on the bulk production of psychedelic amphetamines, precursors and reductions. MDA, MDMA (XTC), DOB, TMA, PMA, MDEA (Eve), DOM (STP) and other popular stimulants, eg. methylcathinone, phenetermine, aminorex, ephedrine. It is easy reading yet, explicit, hardcore, psychedelic amphetamine chemistry."

"About the Author: Strike is an ecstasy and amphetamine chemist from Texas. Strike used to be very frustrated with the lack of common sense recipes and explanations for the production of these compounds. So Strike wrote it all down for others to enjoy."

"Excellent book on the synthesis of MDMA and associated amphetamines. Great for the novice and more seasoned chemist alike with a lot of explanatory notes that seem to get omitted from a lot of journals."

"The single finest book ever written on the manufacture of recreational drugs. Profusely illustrated, it covers the equipment, techniques and reagents used in the clandestine manufacture of illegal drugs. Procedures for crystallization, chromatography, distillation and reductions are given for the following types of drugs: Amphetamines * THC * Analgesics * Hypnotics, Sedatives and Tranquilizers. Also includes detailed instructions for buying and making precursors."

"What worked for me was the book "Sex, Drugs, Gambling, and Chocolate". For me that book was extremely helpful because it discusses reasons and tools for dealing with mental cravings as they come up. There are many logical, scientific suggestions that helped me. It also makes it easier to understand the physiology of mental and physical cravings."

"The author's warm good humor and tolerance will support you through the tough times. He is there to hold your hand in the darkness and encourage you when you slip. He gives you full credit for your own accomplishments. It's the closest thing to individual therapy you will find in a bookstore."

"For people who struggle with addiction this book is a must read. I highly recommend it as an excellent source of strategy and treatment planning."

"It may seem trite to say but this book literally saved my life. After doing tons of research and making many telephone calls, this was the ONLY resource about addiction that covered the topic honestly, compassionately and COMPLETELY. It provided me with the clear, unbiased information I needed about addiction and recovery and helped me make an informed choice about treatment."

"It was clear to me from the start that the authors have a very open minded approach, non-judgmental approach to addiction treatment that is unusual and very refreshing. They make it clear that there is no one "correct" way to deal with addiction. Instead they explore the pros and cons of all available treatment methods so that each reader can decide for him or herself, which course of action is appropriate."