Wasn't stoned, but I read it. I dont think we're headed i that direction, unless for some reason Europe goes to war with the Americas and some how a Communist takes over. Its a really good book, and if when you read it, you like it, read A Brave New World. its another book that gives u a fucked up view of the future. 1984 is better though. Also read Blindness by jose saramago. kinda long, but u'll trip.