Originally published in 1904, this pioneering work provides a detailed scientific analysis of the effects of alcohol on the human body. Starling and Hutchison draw on the latest research to explore the physiology of alcohol metabolism and the ways in which alcohol can cause harm to the body. Despite its age, this book remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the science of addiction and substance abuse.

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