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Empire of Pain
Archival Summary & Scope
*Empire of Pain*, a *New York Times* Bestseller and Notable Book by the author of *Say Nothing*, delivers a devastating portrait of the Sackler family. Famed for philanthropy that graced institutions worldwide, three generations amassed a vast fortune from Valium before their relentless marketing of OxyContin fueled the opioid crisis. This epic saga uncovers the Sacklers' dramatic rise, their calculated efforts to co-opt doctors and influence the FDA, and their scorched-earth legal tactics used to evade accountability. It's a gripping investigation into wealth, power, and impunity among America's super-elite.Categorization Notes
This literature has been indexed in the Read For Truth database under the primary pillar of True Crime. It is cataloged here based on its relevance to established secondary research, thematic focus, and educational utility within this specific taxonomy.
