Most likely not. These stories are usually a blend of imagination and some elements based on real events but are highly dramatized and not entirely factual. The reality of the drug world is much more serious and complex than what's presented in such stories.
Well, 'Dope' is purely fictional. The plot and characters were made up to tell an interesting and engaging story rather than being inspired by real events.
It's a bit of a mixed bag. Some of these stories are inspired by actual cases, but a lot of them have elements of creativity and dramatization added. So, not all are strictly real.
No, 'Dope' is not a true story. It's a made-up narrative with elements crafted by the imagination of the creators to engage and entertain the audience.
One great science fiction book on io9 could be 'Dune' by Frank Herbert. It has a complex and immersive world-building, with political intrigue and a unique desert planet setting. Another could be 'Neuromancer' by William Gibson which is a classic cyberpunk novel that really set the tone for the genre. And 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy' by Douglas Adams is also likely to be on there. It's a hilarious and imaginative take on space travel and the universe at large.
In Greek mythology, Prometheus was a figure of great significance. He was chained to a rock as punishment for stealing fire for humans. Io was a beautiful nymph who caught Zeus' eye. Zeus transformed her into a cow to protect her from Hera, but Hera was not easily fooled and sent a gadfly to torment Io. The connection between Prometheus and Io could be related to the overarching theme of the gods' power and the suffering they inflict on mortals. Prometheus' actions were about the elevation of humanity, while Io's story was about the arbitrary and often cruel power of the gods over the lives of those they desired or saw as threats. It's possible that their stories were both examples of how the gods' actions had far - reaching consequences for those involved, whether they were trying to help humanity like Prometheus or were simply victims of the gods' whims like Io.