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To solve the problems of the twenty-first century, historian John Charles Chasteen argues that we must first know our shared human story

The global history of marijuana is intricately woven with its role as one of the first domesticated plants, highlighting a rich heritage often overlooked. Noted historian John Chasteen delves into its vibrant spiritual significance, revealing that its use as a recreational drug has been infrequent. Through captivating insights, the book uncovers the multifaceted dimensions of marijuana's historical journey, emphasizing its cultural and spiritual importance throughout the ages.

Adopted at over 450 colleges and universities in its First Edition, Born in Blood and Fire has quickly become the standard survey history of Latin America.