The Best Weed Reads To Build Your Cannabis Library

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These ten texts will turn a casual cannabis user into an expert level enthusiast.

As we mentally prepare for a full month of covid-19 quarantine, cannabis and books are two saviors (best enjoyed together) from social media screen time and the barrage of bad news. Whether you’re an industry insider reeling from conference cancellations, an entrepreneur looking to get into business, or just want to learn more about legalization, I’ve curated a coronavirus cannabis reading list from my own library for you. these difficult times. From two classics written by pioneering activists to an Emily Post Institute-approved guide to marijuana etiquette, here are ten texts to take a casual cannabis user to an expert-level enthusiast.

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brave new grass, 2016

brave new grass

by joe dolce, 2016

joe dolce, former editor-in-chief of details and star, ventures into the “brave new world” of legal cannabis, traveling the world to trace its history and chart its future. From Amsterdam and Israel to California and Colorado, Brave New Weed shares outlandish stories of murder trials in which defendants alleged “marijuana insanity” and groundbreaking success stories about the plant’s impressive medicinal benefits and all changing attitudes and intervening cultural changes. Since his debut, Dolce has also launched a self-titled podcast with new episodes produced bi-weekly.

the cannabis dictionary

by alex halperin, 2020

In this illustrated compendium of cannabis from A to Z, renowned cannabis journalist Alex Halperin guides you through all aspects of the magical marijuana plant. From facts and falsehoods to THC and CBD, hundreds of entries share a practical perspective behind the cannabis revolution and the culture that has developed around it. Also the founder and host of weedweek, the halperin handbook is smart, fresh, and accessible to both new and seasoned cannabis users.

the cannabis manifesto (2015)

the cannabis manifesto

by steve deangelo, 2015

written by “the father of the legal cannabis industry”, according to the honorable. Willie L Brown, former Speaker of the California Assembly and Mayor of San Francisco: The Cannabis Manifesto chronicles the unintended consequences of prohibition while envisioning the future of cannabis as a consumer good. As founder and CEO of Harborside, one of the first six licensed dispensaries in the US. uu. And now publicly traded, Deangelo’s account is an essential introduction to his life’s work as a warrior to reverse the war on drugs and an entrepreneur who has shaped the legal landscape of cannabis. Furthermore, he shares his unrivaled knowledge of the cannabis plant using science to shed light on its spiritual, biological, and mental effects and benefits.

popular roots, 2017

Folk Roots: A History of Cannabis in the American West

by nick johnson, 2017

former freelance journalist nick johnson traded news for history to uncover the controversial roots of the cannabis plant in the american west. Applying his environmental eye, Johnson looks at past cultivation practices in the region and how federal prohibition promoted unsustainable farming techniques, which have carried over into the legal age, making cannabis cultivation anything but green. unregulated outdoor grows pollute ecosystems, high-potency indoor grows create an excessive carbon footprint, and an unprecedented water crisis looms. grass roots challenges the current cannabis industry to change course.

green, 2014

green: a field guide to marijuana

by dan michaels & erik christiansen, 2014

This eye-catching coffee table textbook is a must-read for those dedicated to studying cannabis strains and admiring their intricacies through hyper-detailed photographs of individual buds. green: A Field Guide to Marijuana explores the cultivation of this complex flower, while explaining the botany that makes each strain unique through descriptions of lineage, flavor, and type of high.

top tag, 2019

top tag

by lizzie post, 2019

In the midst of the “post-prohibition” era, the stigma surrounding smoking marijuana is fading and the conversation about how and why we get high is changing. In Greater Etiquette, Lizzie Post, great-great-granddaughter of Emily Post and current co-president of the institute that bears her name, celebrates the long-established norms of cannabis culture while exploring exactly what modern marijuana etiquette entails. This party-friendly guide asks and answers questions including: How to wear it to dinner or as a gift; why eating it is different from inhaling it; how to respectfully use it as a guest; how to behave in a dispensary and more.

how to smoke weed (properly), 2016

how to smoke weed (correctly)

by david bienenstock, 2016

David bienenstock, veteran cannabis journalist, charts a course from the transformation of cannabis culture from a place once demonized to a place now celebrated in society. In How to Smoke Weed (Properly), the author instructs just that with pro tips from his friends in “high places” combined with historical anecdotes and a lively Q&A section that includes common queries like: “How can I get legal marijuana?” worked”? and “Should I have a weed cracker before I board the plane?” This comprehensive guide to green living also outlines the natural life cycle of the marijuana plant from farm to pipe, explores the customs, culture, and journeys of cannabis, and shares how to best use and appreciate cannabis-based medicine. herbs as a life-changing medicine and a useful tool. industrial cultivation and renewable energy source.

is it normal to smoke marijuana, 2013

It is normal to smoke marijuana

by keith stroup, 2013

keith strop has been fighting for the legalization of marijuana for four decades through norml (national organization for the reform of marijuana laws), the pioneering non-profit organization he founded in 1970. history, is Normal Smoking Weed will introduce you to the colorful cast of characters like Hunter S. Thompson and Willie Nelson, who helped along the way and gave you a behind-the-scenes look at how prohibition shaped today’s politics.

the madness of the reef, 2003

crazy for reefs

by eric schlosser, 2003

this is a look before the legalization of the illicit market in the us. The US, which was much bigger then than most thought, and how it affected the lives of Americans, whether they smoked marijuana or not. Journalist and author Eric Schlosser takes his award-winning, scrutinizing eye to the underbelly of capitalism and examines the far-reaching influence of marijuana, pornography, and immigrants on society. the fridge craze also draws compelling comparisons between the underground and the surface: the rise and fall of tycoons and gangsters; how new technology shaped the market, why government intervention reinvigorated illegal activity; and how big companies learned and benefited.

the definitive guide to cbd, 2020

the ultimate guide to cbd

by jamie evans, 2020

In a sea of misinformation in the evolving cbd wellness space, it’s refreshing to read a detailed supplement compiled by a true expert. Jamie Evans has not only pioneered the intersection of wine, gourmet cooking, and cannabis, but she has also experienced the healing benefits of the plant firsthand. First breaking down the history and science of cannabinoids, The Ultimate Guide to CBD is the perfect introduction to living an all-encompassing CBD lifestyle at all ages. It’s also packed with pro tips for personal care along with recipes for infused oils, refreshing drinks, and light bites thanks to its extensive network of industry leaders.

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