Abrams Press Ten Drugs: How Plants, Powders, and Pills Have Shaped the History of Medicine

Where was this book when I had to take History of Pharmacy? There was things in here even I didn't know! It's very well organized by 'groups of drugs' and I consider it a really worthwhile read. In fact I'm going to donate a copy to our local university's Faculty of Pharmacy school. It's that outstanding!

Excellent book that gives an overview of the history of many important drugs for humanity. People take it for granted, but we would have a very different world if it wasn’t for the development of so many medications that prevent us from dying early and that help us extend our lives. The author presents it all in a very clear, easy to understand and engaging text.

i loved this book and the history it tells. For somebody who has not studied medicine, learning the history and consequences of so many drugs over history is thrilling - you come away somewhat afraid of the power and consequences of drugs, but it is very illuminating!!!definitively a recommended ready

If you enjoy reading history about science and medicine, this is an excellent choice.

The book contains numerous inaccuracies in describing the development of certain drugs. Moreover, it contains false, and at best, biased information about pharmaceutical companies. Yet another attempt to bash "Big Pharma" without truly understanding what they do.