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Cocaine + Surfing: A Sordid History Of Surfing'S Greatest Love Affair
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From The Author Of Welcome To Paradise, Now Go To Hell, A Finalist For The Pen Center Usa Award For Nonfictionits No Surprise That Surfers Like To Party. The 196070S Image, Bolstered By Tom Wolfe And Big Wednesday, Was One Of Mild Outlawstanned Boys Refusing To Grow Up, Spending Their Days Drinking Beer And Smoking Joints On The Beach In Between Mindless Hours In The Water.But In The 1980S, As Surf Brands Morphed Into Multibilliondollar Companies, The Derelict Portrait Began To Harm Business. The External Surf Image Became Kelly Slater And Laird Hamilton, Beacons Of Health, Vitality, Bravery, And Cleanliving.Internally, Though, Surfing Had Moved On From Booze And Weed To Its Hearts True Home, Its Souls Twin Flame: Cocaine. The Rise Of Cocaine In American Popular Culture As The Choice Of Rich, White Elites Was Matched, Then Quadrupled, Within Surf Culture. The Parties Got Wilder, The Nights Stretched Longer, The Stories Became More Ridiculously Unbelievable. And There Has Been No Stopping, No Dip In Passion.It Is A Forbidden Love, And Few, If Any, Outside The Surf World Know About This Particular Rhapsody. Drug Use Is Kept Very Wellhidden, Even From Insiders, But Evidence Of Its Psychosis Rears Its Head From Time To Time In The Form Of Overdoses, Bar Fights, Surf Contests, Murders, And Coverups.Cocaine + Surfing Draws Back The Curtain On A Hoppedup, Sometimessexy, Sometimesdeadly Relationship And Uses Cocaine As The Vehicle To Expose And Explain The Utterly Absurd Surf Industry To Outsiders.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Cocaine + Surfing'? A: 'Cocaine + Surfing' explores the complex relationship between surf culture and cocaine, highlighting the transition from a carefree lifestyle to one influenced by substance use in the surfing community.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Cocaine + Surfing' is Chas Smith, known for his insightful and often provocative writing on surf culture.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Cocaine + Surfing' contains a total of 256 pages, providing an in-depth look at its subject matter.
- Q: What is the book's publication date? A: 'Cocaine + Surfing' was published on June 12, 2018.
- Q: Is this book a memoir? A: 'Cocaine + Surfing' falls under the memoir category, blending personal anecdotes with broader cultural commentary.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition, indicating that it may have some signs of wear but is still in a readable state.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'Cocaine + Surfing' is available in hardcover binding, which offers durability and a more premium feel.
- Q: Can you provide a summary of the book's content? A: 'Cocaine + Surfing' reveals the hidden truths of the surf industry, focusing on the impact of cocaine on surfing culture, including the darker aspects of this lifestyle.
- Q: Is there any specific audience that would benefit from reading this book? A: This book is particularly suited for readers interested in surf culture, memoirs that discuss substance use, and those looking to understand the complexities of lifestyle choices within the surfing community.
- Q: Are there any notable reviews or accolades for this book? A: 'Cocaine + Surfing' has garnered attention for its candid exploration of surf culture and has been noted for its engaging narrative style.