American Epidemic

Reporting from the Front Lines of the Opioid Crisis

Edición de la obra American Epidemic

"American epidemic collects, for the first time, the key works of reportage and analysis that provide the best picture available of the origins, consequences, and human calamity associated with the epidemic."--Page [4] of cover. "A first-of-its kind collection of the most vivid reporting about the most lethal addiction crisis ever"-- The opioid crisis used to be referred to as a "silent epidemic" but the writings featured in this volume are some of the most impactful reporting in the United States in recent years addressing the opiate addiction crisis. These key works of reportage and analysis provide the best picture available of the origins, consequences, and human calamity associated with the epidemic. They serve as an essential introduction for anyone seeking insight into the deadliest drug crisis in American history. -- adapted from back cover