Patrick Arnold

Patrick Arnold

Author and Researcher on Drugs and Science

Patrick Arnold is known for exploring the intersection of pharmacology, history, and human behavior through accessible scientific writing.

Scientists & Researchers

Patrick Arnold is an author and researcher who has written extensively on the history and science of psychoactive substances. His work, including From Chocolate to Morphine, examines how drugs have shaped human culture and history. Arnold's research combines rigorous scientific analysis with engaging narratives about the role of chemicals in society.

3 Books Recommended by Patrick Arnold

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#1

Guns, Germs, and Steel

by Jared Diamond Ph.D.

14 people recommendedrecommended 3x

Gave a big eye opening on why certain people of the world are more advanced than others and behave a certain way, as opposed to just genetics and this person is smarter because of this or that.

Gave a big eye opening on why certain people of the world are more advanced than others and behave a certain way, as opposed to just genetics and this person is smarter because of this or that.

Gave a big eye opening on why certain people of the world are more advanced than others and behave a certain way, as opposed to just genetics and this person is smarter because of this or that.

Also recommended by: Eric Jorgenson, Bill Gates, Daniel Ek, Jamie Dimon, Charlie Munger, James Clear, Jesse Williams, Joe Rogan, Margaret Atwood, Mark Manson, Simon Sinek, Stewart Brand, Derek Sivers

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#2

From Chocolate to Morphine

by Andrew Weil

A very candid book about drugs. An honest book saying which ones are harmful, how they're harmful, how they're not harmful.

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#3

Jack Kennedy

by Chris Matthews

I gave my mother [this book]. Because I know she loved Kennedy.

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