6 enlightening books about cannabis

What to read if you want to learn more about the history of marijuana in America

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Cannabis has a long history in the United States that can be traced from the early days of drug prohibition through its current green age of legalization. The approach of 4/20, the plant's unofficial holiday, offers a chance to brush up on the history and science behind the controversial drug. Here are six books about cannabis cultivation and the history of marijuana in America.

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Theara Coleman, The Week US

Theara Coleman has worked as a staff writer at The Week since September 2022. She frequently writes about technology, education, literature and general news. She was previously a contributing writer and assistant editor at Honeysuckle Magazine, where she covered racial politics and cannabis industry news.