Author: Adams, Samuel Hopkins
Synopsis:
In 'The Great American Fraud: The Patent Medicine Evil', Samuel Hopkins Adams takes readers on a captivating journey through the dark underbelly of the early 20th-century pharmaceutical industry. Through a series of shocking exposés, Adams uncovers the deceit, corruption, and dangerous practices that lurk behind the seemingly innocent facade of patent medicines. From fraudulent claims to toxic ingredients, he reveals the devastating impact these so-called "cure-alls" have on unsuspecting consumers. As Adams delves deeper into this web of deception, he uncovers a world where profit trumps ethics and where the pursuit of health becomes a treacherous gamble.
Genres: Non-fiction, investigative journalism, history
Themes: Deception, corruption, consumer protection, healthcare ethics
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