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Tuesday, April 7, 2026
5.0 out of 5 stars A thought-provoking look at #Cannabis: More reviews are in.
To all my readers. Please help support writers. Buy my new book on sale at Amazon.
The Rise of Cannabis and the Decline in Civilization:
Rubman, Mitch, Fassett, Mucci: 9781733311076: Amazon.com: Books
5.0 out of 5 stars. A thought-provoking look at cannabis
The Rise of Cannabis and the Decline in Civilization by
Mitch Rubman is a book that shows how cannabis use has increased in modern
society and the potential implications for decision-making, culture, and
health. Rather than focusing on shock value, Mitch Rubman adopts a thoughtful
and analytical stance, challenging readers to consider trends that are
frequently disregarded or accepted. What makes this book a worthy read is its
balanced tone and how it doesn't come across as judgmental but instead invites
readers to reflect and form their own opinions. The ideas are clearly
explained, and it was so easy to follow, especially for readers who are not
familiar with the subject. As a whole, this book was a meaningful read with a
touch of humor and perspective. It encourages awareness and seeing the bigger
picture behind modern societal changes.
Jorge Sánchez Parra###
5.0 out of 5 stars. Nice point of view
This book goes far beyond talking about cannabis: it’s a
chaotic, funny, and very human journey through a culture that has become part
of everyday life. Through anecdotes, humor, and uncomfortable moments, it
raises interesting questions about productivity, values, and social change.
It’s not a serious or moralistic essay, but rather a lived from the inside kind
of diary. It’s an easy, entertaining read that also leaves you thinking. Ideal
for anyone who wants to understand the phenomenon without taking it too
seriously.
Jorge Sanchez Parra###
What an interesting surprise to stumble upon this
"book" in blog format! It's definitely exciting to hear all those
stories from someone who experienced them firsthand (not necessarily fully
consciously, lol). The experiences in the different locations perfectly reflect
the social structures surrounding those places. Going to a lounge in New York
is not the same as going to a "dispensary" in Lima, yet we can see
that the experience is enjoyable in both places. When I read the book's title,
I expected a formal essay stating that the rise of one was directly
proportional to the decline of the other, but no. The book is a light read with
a very well-told and enjoyable chaos. Recommended.
Johnny Chica###
5.0 out of 5 stars. Between laughter and discomfort
This is not a political discourse, but rather a lively
travelogue compiled from years of notebook entries. I laughed at the great
stories and the eccentric locals, but the warning in the subtitle resonates in
the background. Rubman captures the thrill of access along with the gray areas:
street deals, underground rules, and the trafficking of happiness. I
appreciated the sincerity more than the lists, but the journey feels authentic,
confusing, and extraordinarily human.
ChristianM###
I can say that this book was a total surprise. When I
started reading it, I thought I was going to find some kind of serious essay or
perhaps a harsh critique of the impact of marijuana on society. But what I
found was something completely different: a kind of chaotic, funny, and very
human travelogue, written by someone who has clearly lived and smoked every one
of the stories he tells. What captivated me most was that the book weaves
together a collection of anecdotes, notes, thoughts, and scenes in the style of
an informal log. This book is definitely a collection of moments experienced by
someone who has been deeply immersed in cannabis culture for decades. If you're
interested in this world, you should read it. Diane Pe###
Halfway through this book I looked up and said to my
friend, “I think this author has been quietly judging humanity for years.” Nix###
Mitch Rubman’s The Rise of Cannabis and the Decline in
Civilization reads like a sharp-eyed wander through smoke-filled back rooms and
neon-lit dispensaries, guided by a journalist who knows how to listen. The
humor lands easily, but beneath it sits a genuine curiosity about the people,
rituals, and quiet codes that shape cannabis culture.
Part travelogue, part cultural sketchbook, the book moves
from New York streets to Los Angeles lounges, collecting strange encounters and
candid moments along the way. It’s funny, reflective, and surprisingly
human—less a manifesto than a lived-in portrait of a world usually glimpsed in
passing. Piaras###
The Rise of Cannabis and the Decline of Civilization is
more than a story about potheads: it's cultural anthropology in disguise. Mitch
Rubman's sharp observations and scandalous encounters expose the colorful chaos
of cannabis culture, from smoke-filled lounges to street transactions. His tone
is part Hunter S. Thompson and part social critic. A messy, funny, and
fascinating chronicle of how marijuana became mainstream, and what that says
about us. Ben AF###
For me, this book was less like a structured argument and
more like stepping into someone’s personal notebook of experiences. I think
that’s actually the book’s biggest strength. It seems to me that Mitch Rubman
isn’t trying to lecture the reader or prove a single point. Instead, he shares
observations, stories, and moments that together paint a picture of cannabis
culture as he experienced it.
Caleen Roland###
Rubman has this gift where even the mundane, like waiting
in line for a vape pen becomes hilarious. I laughed so much, I scared my cat.
Esteban###
This book left me with a strange feeling, like when a
long conversation ends and you are not fully sure if you agreed or not, but you
still feel that it mattered. The title points to a harsh judgment about
civilization, yet what I found was simply a person talking about what he saw,
what he experienced, and what he thought, without trying to give lessons. That
worked for me. The author does not try to convince anyone, he just shares
moments that are sometimes awkward and sometimes honest. While reading, it felt
like cannabis was mostly an excuse to talk about people, loneliness, and the
simple ways we search for meaning. I do not think the book has all the answers,
but it does not need to. It stayed with me after finishing, and that is enough
for me.
Venise###
The Rise of Cannabis and the Decline in Civilization by
Mitch Rubman delivers a provocative examination of how the growing acceptance
of marijuana may be impacting society’s moral and cultural fabric. Drawing on
research and social commentary, Mr Rubman argues that cannabis use contributes
to declining productivity and values. Though controversial, his perspective
encourages readers to question the long-term effects of normalization and
consider the broader consequences of this cultural shift. CamilaAMR###
While I believe some of the information used gives the
impression of being exaggerated and very biased, Rubman uses this type of
information to make his own conclusion about cannabis. Additionally, it is not
a neutral or objective book; however, it can certainly be considered a warning.
In summary, Rubman has written a very provocative, intriguing, and
thought-provoking book that would be ideal for individuals seeking alternative
ideas about cannabis or that challenge traditional thoughts regarding cannabis.
Camilo
I really enjoy books that talk about current social
issues that affect society and the world, showing how it organizes and develops
in different ways. This kind of reading, based on real stories and examples
instead of pure theory, connects easily with the reader. There is one main idea
in this book that I think must be supported at all costs: the importance of
understanding social changes from a human point of view. The author combines
adventure, real events, and history in a fun and interesting way. It’s a
perfect book for people who want to learn about social topics and get a better
understanding of how our world works today. Camilo#
This book delivers a thought-provoking analysis of how
widespread cannabis use intersects with social values, productivity, and
cultural shifts. Mitch Rubman surely is an author who pays attention to places,
people, and small details; you see that skill reflected throughout the whole
book. Yvonne Brown
The author explores the rise of cannabis use while using
humour to draw in readers and engage them. He follows the cannabis in its
secret places, on the street, and in dispensaries. Is it related to the decline
in civilization? Marlo Facey#
What I love is that Rubman doesn’t try to convince you of
anything; he simply shows you what he sees and lets you come to your own
conclusions.
Tina
This book feels like being stuck on a long flight next to
the most entertaining person you have ever met.
Omesha James
If civilization is dying, at least we have books like
this to laugh on our way down
Cameron W.
This book surprised me in the best way. While it explores
cannabis culture, it’s really about people and how situations change
perspectives.
Scarlett Alvardo
I swear, the plant has more social skills than I do!’
Yes, Mitch, thank you for validating my awkward small talk anxiety. This book
isn’t just about cannabis; it’s about laughing at yourself while everyone else
is puffing away.
Kadeisha
The Rise of Cannabis and the Decline in Civilization
examines cannabis culture across countries, highlighting its influence on
society and legal systems. The book encourages informed discussion and opens
the door to deeper understanding of a complex global topic
anishka ophelia
The Rise of Cannabis and the Decline in Civilization is a
title that made me think that this book would criticize the use of cannabis as
a weed. However, the author actually collected some pretty hilarious stories,
as well as some tales that could have gone awry about the world of cannabis and
its users. We get a look behind the scenes and get taken on a journey, as Mitch
Rubman travels from the United States of America to Egypt and Peru and back to
the United States again. I do not usually enjoy travelogues a lot, but this one
was worth a read. There were plenty of tense and also some funny moments. ZebraDebra###
What makes this book work is its honesty. The book
doesn’t glamorize cannabis culture; he observes it. The encounters, travel
stories, and behind-the-scenes looks feel lived-in and unfiltered. You get
humor, risk, and insight without preaching, just a slow-burning curiosity about
a massive, misunderstood subculture! JOVANNA R###
In this book, Rubman presents a study that calls us to
reflect on how the acceptance and widespread use of cannabis leads to cultural
deterioration that goes beyond what we imagine. The author combines data,
history, and social criticism to show us the consequences that mass consumption
can have on our health, causing moral damage and affecting our ability to work.
Although his position may seem radical, he calls us to deeply reflect on the
limits of human freedom. I recommend this work to those who wish to understand
the social and moral conflicts behind the mass consumption of cannabis
Sussan M.###
This book recounts everyday experiences in which cannabis
is the thread that runs through the entire story, although it is clear that the
real protagonists of this work are human experiences. It is worth mentioning
that the author highlights various dangerous moments he has experienced,
different illogical conversations, and presents several characters with
incisive and quick styles. I recommend it to everyone, but especially to those
who want to gain a deeper understanding of the cannabis subculture. Of course,
it stands out not for its formal language, but rather for providing interesting
information through a very entertaining narrative.Lester###
Very unique look at all the cannabis culture, very fun to
read. It talks about cannabis from the raw places people hang around while
using, it also tells stories from NY and LA, among others. I think I was very
curious about this read because the approach is completely new to anything I
have read about this topic. It felt real and also talks about how the cannabis
industry works and also includes info about stocks and crypto. A very enjoyable
read for sure, it shows cannabis and its world as a whole so it gives readers a
clear picture of the community and how it changes society. Brenda###
5.0 out of 5 stars Original book
I didn't know what to expect from this book, but I was
pleasantly surprised. Author Mitch Rubman manages to take the reader on a fun
and authentic journey into cannabis culture. He presents both crazy adventures
and memorable moments. I loved how he combines personal anecdotes, from buying
marijuana on the streets of New York to exploring dispensaries in Los Angeles.
Each page offers something new with curious characters and unexpected
situations. I think the way cannabis culture is presented, along with lists of
dispensaries and even cryptocurrencies, makes it an entertaining and unique
read. I recommend it for those looking for something original and surprising. I
want to add that I was surprised by this author, and I will definitely read
something from him again soon.
Marina
I thought I was just picking up a book about weed, but
instead I got a PhD in stoner philosophy. Now I’m questioning everything…
except my snack choices, those are sacred.
John###
Do not let the title confuse you; this book is a great
time.
Sunday, April 5, 2026
Sunday, March 29, 2026
The Rise of #Cannabis and the Decline in #Civilization Lit Review
The Rise of Cannabis and the Decline in Civilization
Thursday, March 19, 2026
new review....The Rise of Cannabis and the Decline in Civilization ON AMAZON
THE RISE OF CANNABIS AND THE DECLINE IN CIVILIZATION
The Rise of Cannabis and the Decline in Civilization is less
a conventional argument than a long, intimate memoir stitched from diary
entries, street memories, travel stories, dispensary scenes, and afterthoughts
about what cannabis has meant across one man’s life. Author Mitch Rubman moves
from teenage initiation in Queens to Boston student years, New York hustles,
Los Angeles smoke sessions, legal-era dispensaries, and the oddly mournful
sociology of modern cannabis culture. The book keeps circling the same
essential question, not with a thesis so much as with a shrugging, searching
consciousness: as weed becomes normalized, commercialized, and everywhere, what
exactly have we gained, and what have we lost?
What stayed with me most was the book’s candor. It isn’t
polished into tidy self-explanation, and that turns out to be part of its
force. Rubman is often funny in a way that feels accidental and therefore real,
whether he’s rolling while driving on the Major Deegan, recalling the ashtray
full of roaches in a borrowed Beverly Hills Mercedes, or chasing cheap shake
with the desperate ingenuity of someone who knows both the ritual and the trap
of habit. There’s a restless, talky, half-stoned music to the prose that
sometimes spills over into repetition or rough phrasing, but even then I felt
the pulse of an actual life on the page. The strongest passages have that
scruffy memoirist magic where danger, absurdity, loneliness, and appetite all
occupy the same sentence. The early robbery with Snake, the eerie New York
encounter with the scar-faced dealer, and the Luxor detour into mysticism all
give the book a bruised, wandering vitality I found hard to dismiss.
Rubman’s central premise about cannabis and civilizational
decline is deliberately loose, almost provocatively so. When he lists “locked
bathrooms,” hunger, expensive eggs, and mismatched weed-container lids beside
“free joint Fridays” and planted trees, the effect is less analytical than
diaristic, less argument than worldview. On one level, I wanted a sharper line
of thought, more pressure on the title’s big claim. On another, I think the
vagueness is revealing. The book becomes a record of how a person thinks while
living inside a habit for decades, how economics, friendship, boredom, grief,
appetite, and longing all get filtered through smoke. Its most interesting idea
is not really that cannabis causes decline, but that the culture around it
exposes the texture of a society, its loneliness, its opportunism, its flashes
of tenderness, its little indignities, and its odd forms of fellowship.
I found this book oddly moving and unmistakably personal.
What remains after the last page is the feeling of having spent time with a man
who has made cannabis not just a habit but a lens, sometimes comic, sometimes
sad, sometimes almost spiritual, through which he’s watched whole decades slide
by. I’d recommend it to readers who like unruly memoirs, countercultural
diaries, and books that value lived texture over formal neatness.
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Thursday, February 12, 2026
Rise of Cannabis press release
Released in August, "The Rise of Cannabis " is not
your typical book about the controversial plant. Instead, it takes readers on a
journey through the author's personal experiences and observations, offering a
unique and intimate perspective on the culture surrounding cannabis. You will visit
New York, Boston, Lima, Luxor, and Los Angeles
Through a combination of anecdotes, humor, and uncomfortable
moments, the book raises thought-provoking questions about productivity,
values, and social change. It's not a serious or moralistic essay, but rather a
lived-from-the-inside kind of diary that invites readers to reflect on their
own relationship with cannabis and its impact on society.
The Rise of Cannabis and the Decline in Civilization is a
timely and relevant read for anyone interested in the evolving landscape of
cannabis culture. As the author shares their own journey, readers will laugh,
cringe, and ultimately gain a deeper understanding of the complexities and
nuances of this controversial topic. This book has been receiving excellent
reviews.
There is also an appendix with business information, such as
the stock market, cryptocurrency, a glossary, seeds, rolling papers, brands, strains,
and a long list of Los Angeles dispensaries.
The book is now available for purchase on Amazon, Kindle,
Audible, and at The Woods Dispensary. For more information and updates, follow Mitch
Rubman on social media and visit his website, www.RiseofCannabis.com. Join the
conversation and explore the chaotic, funny, and very human side of cannabis
culture with The Rise of Cannabis and the Decline in Civilization.
Mitch Rubman Education
Master’s degree, Antioch University, Clinical Psychology,
NYU Graduate School of Journalism, Science Environmental Reporting Program,
Boston University, BA, Planetary and Space Sciences, Bronx High School of
Science.
Other published work:
Turning Forty
American English Books one and two
American Dialogues and Brilliant Conversations
US Citizenship and Immigration Study Guide
Screenplays
Escape from Lima
Uncle Z
Rockstars in Space
The Maelstrom Whirlpool
The Meter Maid
The Red Apartment
Don Juan and Jacques Casanova
King Arthur’s Court
If you like a hard copy or an ebook, just let me know.
Mitch is available for interviews and discussions about
cannabis and his book.
Email mrubman@gmail.com
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
The Rise of Cannabis and the Decline in Civilization
Here are some key cannabis statistics:
Prevalence: Approximately 23.4% of American adults have used marijuana in the past year, with 64.2 million users reported.
Usage Trends: In 2024, 61,500,000 American adults used marijuana, and 25.7% of 12th-graders reported using it at least once.
Market Size: The cannabis industry is projected to reach $47 billion in 2026, with 425,002 full-time equivalent jobs supported by legal cannabis.
Legalization: Adult-use cannabis is now legal in 24 states, and 79% of Americans live in a county with at least one dispensary.
Health Impact: Cannabis use has surged over the past decade, with an estimated 65.2% increase between 2015 and 2024.
These statistics highlight the growing acceptance and use of cannabis in the United States, as well as its economic and social imp
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Inside... The Rise of Cannabis and the Decline in Civilization
Inside
the book, Rise of #Cannabis and the Decline in #Civilization by Mitch
Rubman
· Early Days.
Isbn:978-1-7333110-7-6
Contact: mrubman@gmail.com
www.riseofcannabis.com
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