The book "Drugs and Addiction" offers a comprehensive introduction to the complex topics surrounding drug use and addictive behavior. It highlights the varying moral and legal evaluations of drugs such as alcohol, cannabis, and heroin, which differ depending on culture and historical period. The author, Henning Schmidt-Semisch, analyzes the prevailing criminal and security policy approaches and contrasts them with the increasingly relevant health policy considerations that promote an accepting drug policy. With a compact overview of drug history, drug research, and drug policy, this book is a valuable resource for students and anyone interested in exploring the multifaceted aspects of drugs and addiction.