King Charles of New York City: How a Poor Georgia Farm Boy Became a World Authority on Drug and Alcohol Treatment

Discover the captivating story of King Charles of New York City, the remarkable journey of a poor Georgia farm boy who became a world authority on drug and alcohol treatment. With more than seventy years of experience, Charles Towns opened a treatment center on Central Park in Manhattan, catering to some of the biggest names in showbiz like W. C. Fields, Lillian Russell, and John Barrymore. He introduced the world's only known opium cure, which he learned during his time as a United States drug treatment ambassador in China.

But how could such a persuasive and influential figure of the 1910s be forgotten today? As we approach the centennial of the federal law that implemented narcotic prohibition, it's crucial to understand the mistakes of the past to prevent their repetition. Charles Towns' legacy and the origins of federal narcotic legislation hold the key to navigating the magnitude of the illegal drug problem facing the United States today.

In 1934, a life-changing event occurred at Towns Hospital. Bill Wilson, the co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), had a white-light experience that transformed his life. While Wilson carefully avoided writing about controversial figures like Towns and Frank Buchman, the founder of the Oxford Group, until much later, the truth remains that without Charles Barnes Towns, the struggling fellowship of AA in the late thirties may not have achieved its remarkable success.

Don't miss out on this fascinating and previously untold story that sheds new light on the history of addiction treatment. Uncover the secrets, the triumphs, and the challenges faced by King Charles of New York City. Join us on this remarkable journey and gain a fresh perspective on drug and alcohol treatment. Learn from the past to shape a better future.

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