Empire of Pain: The Secret History of the Sackler Dynasty

This book examines the history of the Sackler Family, founders of Purdue Pharma, a company that played a leading role in the American opioid crisis that has claimed more than 500,000 lives over the past two decades. Purdue manufactures OxyContin, a highly addictive painkiller and commonly abused drug.

In March 2022, the Sackler Family agreed to pay $6 billion in penalties for their company's role in the opioid crisis. They have faced numerous lawsuits from states, municipalities, and counties across the U.S. Yet, they'll still emerge financially on top, given their reported net worth of over $10 billion prior to the settlement. 

Author: Patrick Radden Keefe.

Type: Paperback