The Little Black Book of Marijuana: The Essential Guide to the World of Cannabis (Little Black Books (Peter Pauper Hardcover)) [Hardcover]

Steve Elliott (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 2011 | Series: Little Black Books (Peter Pauper Hardcover)

This concise guide to cannabis delves into pot culture and history, from Herodotus to the hippies and beyond.

It also covers the essentials of using, cultivating, and cooking with weed; identifying pot varieties; and understanding legal and health issues.

Handy and to the point, The Little Black Book of Marijuana gives you "the dope" on pot, from possible side effects and risks to medical uses and their efficacy. Learn about cannabis history and the issues around its legalization.  

Includes full-color photos of marijuana varieties.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"From cover to cover, The Little Black Book of Marijuana delivers exactly what it promises: An easy-to-read, well-researched informatively entertaining 'essential guide to the world of cannabis'....[I]f a cannabis fan was forced to choose one piece of weed-themed literature to bring with him or her to a deserted island (or even just on a long plane ride), it should probably be this one." --Seattle Weekly Blog

"Calling Steve Elliott an accomplished journalist in the fields of drug policy reform and medical cannabis would be a significant understatement....[A]s far as broad-spectrum introductions go you d be hard-pressed to find better." --4Evergreen Group

From the Author

A big thanks to photographers Linda Finkle of Seattle and Kym Kemp of San Francisco for their great bud and plant shots for The Little Black Book of Marijuana.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 144 pages
• Publisher: Peter Pauper Press (August 1, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1441306110
• ISBN-13: 978-1441306111
• Product Dimensions: 4.1 x 0.6 x 5.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #64,763 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #28 in Books > Medical Books > Medicine > Reference > Drug Guides

More About the Author

Steve Elliott is a journalist and editor of the independent marijuana blog Toke Signals (http://tokesignals.com), bringing you uncut, uncensored, non-corporate-controlled cannabis news.

Steve is also the cannabis/dispensary critic ("Toke Signals") and medicated edibles critic ("Incredible Medibles") for Seattle Weekly.

For three-plus years, from 2009-2013, he ran the Village Voice Media cannabis blog, Toke of the Town.

You can follow him on Twitter @alapoet .

His specialties are drug policy reform, medical marijuana, and marijuana legislation.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet Liitle Black Book of Marijuana July 13, 2011

By Jayelle

Format:Kindle Edition

I bought this sweet little book on Kindle as soon as it was published and am amazed at how Steve has managed to cram so much information into his allotted word count!

Covering the history of marijuana, legalization issues, cultivation, medical use, different ways of how to use, recipes, strains and marijuana culture, this book is compacted to perfection and this little edition is turning out to be my best friend while traveling on short journeys.

This type of short book on marijuana has been long overdue and I am very happy that Steve Elliott has put "pen to paper" in such a concise, easy to read and entertaining way - great photos too!

And lastly - the price? The publisher got this right, fershur - sensible pricing that most folks can afford. I hope that we will be seeing a price reduction across the whole Kindle range of eBooks to reflect the great value for money such as this Little Black Book of Marijuana obviously reflects.

Thank you, Steve, for this great Little Black Book of Marijuana.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Must read!! December 17, 2011

By Polly

Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase

This is a must read for any one even a little curious about marijuana history, use, and medicinal value. Talented author and hope to see much more from him.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Little in Size, Not Content November 9, 2011

By Shannie

Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase

I've been told that this little black book "covers the significance of the culture war of which marijuana has become emblematic; that's one thing that's a key to the intransigence of anti-marijuana forces, it feels like a surrender to the damn hippies." It did indeed and more.

There is a surprising amount of information in this short book, presented in a style that reads with ease. This would be a great introduction to cannabis and an enjoyable read for the informed reader as well. Multiple sources for more information are included.

Having enjoyed Steve Elliott's work on TokeOfTheTown.com for a few years, this was an exciting purchase to make and worth every little silver dime! I plan to make it repeatedly as I pass this gem on.