The Drug

The Drug is a science fiction novel by C. C. MacApp, first published in 1961. The story follows Amos Parry, a regional manager at Whelan, Inc., who becomes increasingly alarmed by a new chemical derived from mescaline that alters consciousness and behavior. As he investigates the implications of this drug, especially after a chemist's dangerous self-experimentation, Parry faces ethical dilemmas regarding its release and the potential consequences for humanity. The novel explores themes of metamorphosis and the moral responsibilities of those in the business of innovation.