Milk of Paradise: A History of Opium by Lucy Inglis traces the long and fascinating story of opium, following its journey through medicine, trade, empire, war, and addiction. Written with a historian’s eye and a storyteller’s pace, this book explores how a single substance shaped cultures, economies, and human lives across centuries.
Ideal for readers who enjoy narrative non-fiction and social history, Milk of Paradise reveals the complicated legacy of opium with clarity and depth. It is a compelling read for anyone interested in the intersections of science, politics, and the darker side of global commerce.
