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Name: Dope
Author: Annie Laurie

Dope, by Annie Laurie, examines drug addiction and substance‑related disorders. It offers an in‑depth look at the complexities, causes, and possible solutions for these issues. Readers gain a better understanding of the human experience behind addiction.

First publish date: 1928

Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction

Authors: Annie Laurie

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