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Description
This book explores psilocybin, LSD, mescaline, and other hallucinogenic drugs, providing information about their effects and properties. It examines the dangerous and destructive consequences associated with the use of these substances. The text is written for upper grade readers and serves as an educational resource on the topic of hallucinogens.
Quick Summary
Packed with jaw-dropping facts and true-life stories, this book takes readers inside the wild science of hallucinogens and reveals how these substances twist the mind. Kids will love the fast-paced, experiment-style chapters that read like a daring field guide, showing the mind-bending effects of psilocybin, LSD, and mescaline while explaining why they can be dangerous. If your teen enjoys the no-holds-barred nonfiction of "The Poisoner's Handbook" or the edge-of-your-seat curiosity of "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind," they'll be hooked. Perfect for high-schoolers in grades 9-12 (ages 14-18) who want a quick, eye-opening read that also packs a serious warning.