Mr Nice

The author provides the reader with an honest insight into why he as a convicted drug trafficker should not be viewed or penalized as he was once sentenced following the guilty verdict. He then expounds into why drugs should not be viewed as illegal, based on the societal view of drugs.He will also provide the reader with an in-depth view of the pitfalls and ramifications of being a drug trafficker, to include on the international stage. These consequences include everything from the obvious of prison, to extradition from competing countries of whom seek to meet out their individual justice based on the country's specific law.The reader will appreciate the fast paced tempo of this book, as you will be hard pressed to put it down, and will may change their individual viewpoint of how they view the global epidemic of "illegal drugs:. Regardless of your view prior to reading this book you may have a differing view, either more disdain for the drug issue or a more empathetic view for those of whom traffic these drugs making it more readily available than getting a can or bottle of alcohol. This global scourge is probably only second to the global issue of illegal arms trafficking, and how the politicians or elected officials continue to handle the issue, either draconian or inept depending on the individual reader's view.All the while as you read this book, the mantra of, "truth is stranger than fiction will resonate within your mind, as you turn each page". A must for true crime aficionados.

Detailed story of a bright, gregarious, handsome, versatile Oxford physics grad who got caught up in the grass and hash game on a worldwide basis for nearly two decades. When he fell he fell hard. The DEA prick Lovato arrested him, which Nice deserved but imprisoned his wife too for more than a year in the US away from family and young kids in Spain. Lovato threw Nice into maximum security prison with murders for 6 years. Howard Marks served his time teaching prisoners. He never dealt nor was involved in anything but grass and hash during his dealing days.It was a fun read... DEA LOVATO--a real scumbag.Enjoy!!! This book reminded me of Catch Me If You Can.

My only complaint would be that it is too long and detailed. Mr. Marks gives a macro view of details that cloud his broad themes. That being said, he tells his story and shows what he has learned throughout his life. He also generously shares his philosophies and deep love for his family. This book Mia well worth the journey with him.

One of the greatest rags to riches to prison story ever told by the ever so clever Howard Marks. This autobiography rocks, ever since I purchased this book its been turned into TV shows, etc. Sent this copy to a friend in prison who loved it.

This guy is either one of the most creative minds, or if all he says is factual, then this guy is the Janes Bond of dope smuggling, plus a real traveller. I skipped many pages, did not grab my reading attention, only in small increments. If he is the real deal, no one is going to dispute he lived a very unique life. 4 Stars.

Heard about his death in TIME mag and decided to read about his life. It was very informative, amusing and authentic. His life was colorful which made me want to know more so I ordered the next book. No movie could cover all the details he packed in the one book.

I enjoyed Mark's storytelling style. The absurity of drug prohibition approaches of various cultures is laid threadbare via poignant anecdotes.

A very self-serving biography in which a man spends his time high and trafficking marijuana worldwide. Seldom does any philosophy come across as a sincere protest against society's norms per se, but rather a self-serving criminal activity which provides him with money, marijuana of the best kind and as much as he likes, adventure and a lifestyle of comfort and travel while no real work is ever done. Clearly the DEA and its officials really have no respect for the law or sovereignty and anyone's rights and so they also labor under the same rule "the ends justify the means" thus corruption abounds on both sides of the legal line. Morality as such is never at issue as it is not about morality but rather simply the hedonistic life of drugs and how to fund the activity. The main character David Howard Marks--Mr. Nice--is apparently likeable but because of my own feeling of revulsion for his lifestyle I found my bias colored my liking of him. He has an Oxford degree apparently not especially hard won and then proceeds to waste the hopes of his family and also their finances when aged 45 and yet professes great love and loyalty toward family. However, an interesting and honest look at a life, in my opinion, with so much potential wasted. The poor man died in 2015 of cancer and should be congratulated for not presenting his life as glamorous but rather fraught with anxiety and pain.

Mr. Marks comes across as the kind of mate you'd love to have had at university - intelligent, articulate, not averse to some rule-bending "high jinks", access to illegal drugs, to name a few of his good points.For the first few chapters.Then.The side of Howard Marks he always hated seems to gain the upper hand.Cynical, narcissistic, arrogant.About a third of this is entertaining.About a third of this is informative, giving facts, insights and theories relating to the legal and practical issues of international drug trafficking.About a third of this book, however, seems to be a thinly-veiled advertisement for some shadowy cartel involving the Spanish tourist board and Pakistan International Airlines, amongst many others.The tag-line on the cover says "You'll like him"I didn't. (Like him).Everyone is entitled to their own opinion though!

I had the pleasure of meeting Marks in Liverpool and his character seems to fit how the book is written. Just a really nice guy!This takes you through his early years right the way through to the time the book was written. The characters in it are very entertaining, especially the Irish! It is well structured and I like how certain characters are revisited over the years which really gives you a good feel of the passing of time. It also shows the very human side of Marks and his unfair treatment.

This is hilarious, mind-boggling, fascinating, human and almost super-human, as memoirs go. This guy is unstoppable. Highly recommended, whether you particularly care about his subject matter (weed) or not (I don't.)

This is one of the best books I have ever read , I owned it in paperback but now have it on Kindle . I have enjoyed reading this book even more this time. It is brilliantly written and grabs you from the first page to the last. Howard's personality shines out like a shilling up a sweeps arse !Cannot recommend enough

Quick delivery and condition as described, I have bought from this seller a couple of times in the past and have always been happy with the purchase. As for the book I am still reading it and enjoying it.