Opium Smoking in America and China: A Study of Its Prevalence, and Effects, Immediate and Remote on the Individual and the Nation (1881)

Opium Smoking in America and China is a historical study that examines the prevalence of opium smoking in both America and China during the late 19th century. The author, Harry Hubbell Kane, explores the immediate and remote effects of opium smoking on individuals and society as a whole. The book provides a detailed analysis of the social and cultural factors that contributed to the widespread use of opium in both countries, as well as the medical and psychological effects of the drug. Kane draws on a range of primary sources, including medical reports, government documents, and personal accounts, to provide a comprehensive overview of the opium trade and its impact on society. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of drug use and addiction, as well as the social and cultural factors that contribute to substance abuse.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.