Mind Control by Peter Schrag offers a compelling and detailed exploration of the emerging methods of behavior modification and mind control during the 1970s. This groundbreaking first edition delves into the use of psychotropic drugs, electronic surveillance, electroshock, psychosurgery, brain implants, and other methods designed to manipulate and control individuals, often under the guise of therapeutic intervention. Schrag's investigative work reveals the profound ethical and societal implications of these practices.

Published by Pantheon Books in 1978, this book draws from several years of research and provides an eye-opening account of the evolving landscape of psychiatric control and public welfare policies in the United States. It is an essential read for anyone interested in psychology, psychiatry, social control, and the history of mind control experiments, especially those linked to CIA programs. The book includes detailed notes, an index, and a powerful introduction that sets the stage for understanding the complex issues surrounding mind control.

This edition is a valuable collector's item featuring the original dust jacket with striking imagery of syringes, pills, and recording equipment, symbolizing the tools of control discussed inside. With its thought-provoking content and historical significance, Mind Control remains an important reference for scholars, activists, and readers fascinated by the intersection of science, power, and human rights.