{"title":"John Rainford","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the intriguing world of politics and current affairs through the insightful works of John Rainford. A renowned author and researcher, Rainford delves into the complexities of global topics with a particular focus on the international drug trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his seminal works, \u003cem\u003eConsuming Pleasures: Australia and the International Drug Business\u003c\/em\u003e, offers an in-depth analysis of how the drug trade influences and intersects with Australian society and the global marketplace. Rainford's expertise lies in unravelling the intricate networks that connect local and international entities and examining the multifaceted consequences of drug-related policies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRainford's books are not just academic explorations but also accessible narratives that provide readers with a clear understanding of the topics at hand. Whether you're a seasoned student of political science or new to the field, his writing is engaging and informative, inviting you to ponder the broader implications of these pressing issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in the works of John Rainford to gain fresh perspectives on the dynamics of international affairs and their impact on society. His books are essential reading for anyone looking to grasp the realities of the contemporary world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"consuming-pleasures-australia-and-the-international-drug-business-by-john-rainford-9781921361432","title":"Consuming Pleasures: Australia and the International Drug Business","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eConsuming Pleasures\u003c\/em\u003e traces the international and Australian history of licit and illicit drug use. It examines why we consume and what we consume, as well as the way in which consumption is regulated in the era of global free trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt also looks at drug use from an Australian perspective, going back to our own opium-growing industry and the racist origins of our drug laws. In doing so, it considers the paradox of contemporary white Australian identity: on the one hand an image of fit, sun-bronzed athletic types at home in the surf; on the other, a nation of people whose per capita drug consumption often equals and more often than not surpasses that of most other nations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46848804159724,"sku":"9781921361432","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9c39c7078a306e44de4e5c152046e21c.jpg?v=1759045556"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/john-rainford.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}