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Best Books To Read While High

Recommendations from 12 articles, Ellen DeGeneres, Bill Gates, Oprah Winfrey and 79 others.
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The Lord of the Rings
50th Anniversary, One Vol. Edition
J. R. R. Tolkien - 2005-10-12 (first published in 1955)
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Embark on a perilous quest with hobbit Frodo and his companions as they journey across Middle-earth to destroy the powerful One Ring, which threatens to fall into the hands of the evil Dark Lord, Sauron. Follow the journey of the Fellowship of the Ring, made up of a wizard, hobbits, dwarves, elves, and soldiers, as they battle through forests, mountains, and dark towers to save their world. Discover the epic tale of good versus evil, courage, friendship, and sacrifice in this timeless classic.
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The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down
How to Be Calm in a Busy World
Haemin Sunim - 2017-02-07 (first published in 2012)
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Discover the path to inner peace and balance with a renowned Buddhist meditation teacher's best-selling mindfulness guide. Learn how to find well-being and happiness in eight areas, including relationships, love, and spirituality, while forging deep connections with others and practicing self-compassion. With over three million copies sold in Korea and multiple best book of the year awards, this book offers guideposts to help you slow down and see the world more clearly.
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The Secret Life of Plants
Peter Tompkins - 1989-03-08 (first published in 1973)
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The Secret Life of Plants explores the fascinating relationship between plants and mankind, including their ability to act as lie detectors and ecological sentinels. Discover how plants adapt to human wishes, respond to music, and even communicate with us. This book suggests that the most important revolution of the 20th century could come from the bottom of your own garden. With hard facts and astounding scientific insights, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the mysteries of nature.
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Cannabis
Martin Booth - 2005-06-01 (first published in 2003)
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Explore the complex and divisive world of cannabis through this in-depth and fascinating study. From medical advancements and religious use to politics and criminalization, Martin Booth covers all angles of the topic. Discover the history of cannabis, its impact on the global economy, and the varied perspectives on its use. Delve into the stories of smugglers, pushers, writers, artists, and musicians who have been affected by cannabis throughout the Western world. Whether you believe it should be legal or not, this book is sure to challenge your views and spark conversation.
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Fight Club
A Novel
Chuck Palahniuk - 2018-05-01 (first published in 1996)
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This visionary satire explores the darkness at the core of modern society. The estranged narrator is drawn into the enigmatic world of secret after-hours boxing matches hosted by Tyler Durden. With an original premise and raw energy, this book will leave you thinking long after you turn the final page.
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Ryan Holiday
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Grass Roots
The Rise and Fall and Rise of Marijuana in America
Emily Dufton - 2017-12-05
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Grass Roots tells the remarkable story of marijuana’s rise from acceptance to demonization and back again. Historian Emily Dufton explores how grassroots activists fought for decades to change marijuana laws, only to face fierce backlash from frightened parents and a national scourge-like reputation. While pro-pot campaigners secured decriminalization in the 1970s, marijuana’s path to legalization was far from smooth. Dufton shines a light on the thousands of ordinary Americans who made changing marijuana laws their life’s work, and warns of the swift counterrevolutions that could undo their progress.
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The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck
A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life
Mark Manson - 2016-09-13
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This self-help guide takes a realistic and raw approach to improving our lives. Forget positivity, acceptance is key, according to the author, who argues that we should confront painful truths and embrace our limitations. The book encourages readers to focus on what truly matters and find wealth in experiences rather than material possessions. The no-holds-barred writing style, filled with humor and real-life anecdotes, provides a refreshing perspective on how to lead a contented and grounded life.
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The Book of Awakening
Having the Life You Want by Being Present to the Life You Have (20th Anniversary Edition)
Mark Nepo - 2000-05-31 (first published in 1999)
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Discover a new season of freedom and joy with this spiritual daybook by philosopher-poet and cancer survivor Mark Nepo. In his poetic prose, Nepo exposes life's multiple dimensions in awe and affection, touching on themes of spirit, friendship, pain, wonder, and love. Each entry is accompanied by an exercise that surprises and delights in its ability to awaken the mind. With insight on how to reclaim aliveness and savor life's beauty, The Book of Awakening will inspire readers to embark on their own soul journey.
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Oprah Winfrey
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Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
A Savage Journey to the Heart of the American Dream
Hunter S. Thompson - 1998-06-01 (first published in 1971)
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Embark on a wild journey into the heart of American pop culture with this chronicle of drug-soaked road trip shenanigans. Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas will take you on a rollicking adventure that you won't soon forget.
Be Here Now by Ram Dass
Brave New Weed by Joe Dolce
Weed by David Schmader
Inherent Vice by Thomas Pynchon
Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance by Robert M Pirsig
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander
The Illuminatus! Trilogy by Robert Shea
The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test by Tom Wolfe
The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz