{"title":"Stephen Snelders","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelve into the fascinating world of history and military studies with the expertly crafted works of Stephen Snelders. As a renowned historian, Snelders specialises in exploring the intricate and oftentimes shadowy chapters of our past, offering readers a gripping glimpse into the events that have shaped modern society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his captivating titles is \u003cem\u003eDrug Smuggler Nation\u003c\/em\u003e, where Snelders meticulously examines the intriguing history of drug smuggling and its profound impact on national and international policies. This book offers an enlightening narrative that seamlessly combines academic depth with storytelling, making it an essential addition to any history buff's collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStephen Snelders’ works are acclaimed for their scholastic rigour and engaging prose, making complex historical topics accessible and engrossing. Whether you're a seasoned historian or a curious reader, Snelders' books provide a remarkable journey through history's more clandestine tales.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"drug-smuggler-nation-by-stephen-snelders-9781526167224","title":"Drug Smuggler Nation","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy did the international drug regulatory regime of the twentieth century fail to stop an explosive increase in trade and consumption of illegal drugs? This book investigates the histories of smugglers and criminal entrepreneurs in the Netherlands who succeeded in turning the country into the so-called 'Colombia of Europe'.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIncreasing state regulations and interventions led to the proliferation of a 'hydra' of small, anarchic groups and networks ideally suited to circumvent the enforcement of regulation. Smugglers and suppliers of heroin, cocaine, cannabis, and other drugs created a thriving underground industry of illegal synthetic drug labs and indoor cannabis cultivation in the Netherlands itself, made possible because of the embedded criminal anarchy in Dutch society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUsing examples from the rich history of drug smuggling, \u003ci\u003eDrug Smuggler Nation\u003c\/i\u003e investigates the hidden grounds of the illegal drug trade, and its effects on our drug policies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849029964012,"sku":"9781526167224","price":69.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10179753482731.jpg?v=1759010293"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/stephen-snelders.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}