Drugs in Britain : supply, consumption and control

Illicit drug use is an issue that triggers a wealth of debate and concern.

Drawing on well-respected authors in the field, this textbook is at the cutting edge of contemporary debates about illicit drug use.

Comprehensive in its coverage, the book examines the major theoretical questions, themes and policy debates and presents them in a straightforward, lucid manner.

Knitted together by a strong editorial framework and student-friendly features such as study exercises, "Drugs in Britain" is essential reading for students of sociology and criminology taking courses in this area.