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About The Book
Drug Wars: Supply and Demand by Jonathan Alpeyrie is a raw, powerful exploration of the global drug trade, uniquely captured through the lens of one of the world’s most acclaimed photojournalists. Known for his immersive approach, Alpeyrie has earned international recognition for documenting conflicts and crises from within, gaining access to worlds few others can. His previous work, including The Shattered Lens (Simon & Schuster, 2013), detailing his captivity during the Syrian Civil War, cemented his place as a leading figure in global photojournalism.
What sets Alpeyrie’s photography apart is his deep personal immersion in the environments he documents. He doesn't just observe—he becomes part of the story. In Drug Wars: Supply and Demand, this approach allows him to capture the drug trade in a way no one else can. From rural drug production hubs in Latin America to cartel-controlled territories and the streets of the United States, his access and intimate perspective yield extraordinary images.
His commitment to telling important, often overlooked stories is evident in every photograph, offering a rare, unfiltered glimpse into the lives of those affected by the drug trade. The book features over 150 evocative images that bring the complexities of the drug war to life. Through his lens, Alpeyrie conveys the human cost, political ramifications, and social devastation of this global crisis.
Drug Wars: Supply and Demand presents a visual narrative that is both urgent and unforgettable—one that demands to be seen and understood.
What sets Alpeyrie’s photography apart is his deep personal immersion in the environments he documents. He doesn't just observe—he becomes part of the story. In Drug Wars: Supply and Demand, this approach allows him to capture the drug trade in a way no one else can. From rural drug production hubs in Latin America to cartel-controlled territories and the streets of the United States, his access and intimate perspective yield extraordinary images.
His commitment to telling important, often overlooked stories is evident in every photograph, offering a rare, unfiltered glimpse into the lives of those affected by the drug trade. The book features over 150 evocative images that bring the complexities of the drug war to life. Through his lens, Alpeyrie conveys the human cost, political ramifications, and social devastation of this global crisis.
Drug Wars: Supply and Demand presents a visual narrative that is both urgent and unforgettable—one that demands to be seen and understood.
Product Details
- Publisher: G Editions (November 25, 2025)
- Length: 272 pages
- ISBN13: 9780972115247
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Raves and Reviews
Building on a career shaped by frontline reporting and personal sacrifice, Jonathan Alpeyrie delivers a body of work that is as urgent as it is enduring. Drug Wars: Supply and Demand stands as both documentation and warning, using photography’s traditional power to bear witness and preserve truth. It is a book that demands sustained attention, asking readers to confront the realities behind a global economy built on addiction, enforcement, and unresolved demand.
– All About Photo
A gripping and a personal view of war by someone who has been there.
– Andy McNab, author of Bravo Two Zero
A chilling tale about how [Alpeyrie] managed to win the fragile esteem of his captors while simultaneously keeping his fried nerves from completely shorting out, as well as his take on armed conflict and global jihad. A gripping account of life in captivity and humankind's ongoing relationship to war.
– Kirkus Reviews
A keen photojournalist’s eye serves Alpeyrie well as he painstakingly recounts his capture in 2013 by rebels during Syria’s civil war . . . Throughout, he offers frank discussions about the illusion of freedom and the lure of violence, and offers a touching appreciation for the parental love and support he receives . . . In this harrowing story, Alpeyrie offers insights that deserve attention.
– Publishers Weekly (starred review)
A thrilling memoir.
– Library Journal
For all his suffering, Alpeyrie expresses, in words and color photographs, the compassion of a global citizen seeing beyond his personal terror and into the nuances of human interactions.
– Booklist
The Shattered Lens sometimes reads like a thriller. There are times when your heart feels like it’s in your throat… But it is photojournalists like Alpeyrie that give us a glimpse into the true horrors of war. And as they risk their lives every day to accomplish very dangerous tasks, they can be considered both courageous and brilliant by bringing the chaos to the world at large, which would otherwise be hidden.
– New York Journal of Books
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