Reefer Madness: Sex, Drugs, and Cheap Labor in the American Black Market

by Eric Schlosser

Description

Eric Schlosser pulls back the curtain on America's vast and often hidden "shadow" economy, revealing the surprising connections between the illegal drug trade, the pornography industry, and the exploitation of migrant labor. Through meticulous research and compelling storytelling, he exposes how these underground markets have not only persisted but thrived, often in direct opposition to government efforts to control them. This unflinching examination delves into the human cost and complex realities of industries that operate outside the law, offering a provocative look at the forces shaping contemporary American society.

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paperback

Houghton Mifflin Company

Published Jan 1, 2003

310 pages

ISBN: 9780965762649

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First Published

2003

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Reefer Madness: Sex, Drugs, and Cheap Labor in the American Black Market by Eric Schlosser.

Substance Use
Sexual Content