The Pastoral Clinic: Addiction and Dispossession along the Rio Grande

The Pastoral Clinic is a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of the opioid epidemic in northern New Mexico, offering a nuanced understanding of the complex social and historical factors that contribute to addiction.

Through vivid storytelling and evocative prose, Angela Garcia sheds light on the lives of Hispanic addicts and the entanglements of history, materiality, and institutional forces that shape their experiences.

This book is not just a compelling portrait of immigration and addiction but also an eloquent call to action for medical professionals, politicians, and activists seeking to address the root causes of the opioid crisis.

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