American Overdose

Discover the gripping insights of American Overdose by Chris McGreal, published by Guardian Faber Publishing in 2019. This powerful book offers a devastating portrait of America's opioid painkiller epidemic, the most lethal drug crisis in U.S. history. Spanning 352 pages, McGreal meticulously examines the factors that have led to widespread drug abuse and chronic pain management failures. As a longlisted contender for the Orwell Prize for Political Writing 2019, this compelling narrative is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of addiction and the societal impact of opioids. Dive into this eye-opening exploration and uncover the truths behind one of the most pressing public health issues of our time.