Summaries of books by Beth Macy:
Dopesick
Dealers, Doctors, and the Drug Company that Addicted America
Beth Macy
The book investigates the opioid crisis in the United States, focusing on the individuals affected by addiction and the roles played by pharmaceutical companies, particularly Purdue Pharma, in perpetuating the epidemic. It provides a detailed account of the aggressive marketing of OxyContin, the resulting widespread addiction, and the devastating impact on communities across the country.
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Factory Man
How One Furniture Maker Battled Offshoring, Stayed Local - and Helped Save an American Town
Beth Macy
The book chronicles the story of John Bassett III, a determined Virginia furniture maker who fought against the tide of offshoring to keep his company, Vaughan-Bassett Furniture, competitive and preserve jobs in his community. It details his legal battles against cheap imports, his innovative business strategies, and the impact of his efforts on the town of Galax and the American furniture industry.
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Raising Lazarus
Hope, Justice, and the Future of America's Overdose Crisis
Beth Macy
The book delves into the opioid epidemic in the United States, exploring the lives affected by addiction and the influence of pharmaceutical companies. It also highlights the efforts of activists and reformers who are fighting for more compassionate and effective responses to the crisis.
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