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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Smoking and Drinking by James Parton is a critical examination of the social issues surrounding alcohol consumption and smoking in 19th-century America. The book addresses the health issues and moral arguments related to substance abuse, focusing on the temperance movement and its advocacy for reform. Parton explores the impact of these habits on public health and social behavior, highlighting the ethical considerations and lifestyle choices that contribute to addiction. Through his social critique, Parton provides insight into the efforts of the temperance movement to promote moral education and influence public policy. The book serves as a reform literature piece, aiming to educate readers about the dangers of smoking and drinking and advocating for healthier living. By presenting a detailed analysis of the social and health implications of these habits, Smoking and Drinking contributes to the broader conversation on substance abuse and the need for social and public health reform.
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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Smoking and Drinking by James Parton is a critical examination of the social issues surrounding alcohol consumption and smoking in 19th-century America. The book addresses the health issues and moral arguments related to substance abuse, focusing on the temperance movement and its advocacy for reform. Parton explores the impact of these habits on public health and social behavior, highlighting the ethical considerations and lifestyle choices that contribute to addiction. Through his social critique, Parton provides insight into the efforts of the temperance movement to promote moral education and influence public policy. The book serves as a reform literature piece, aiming to educate readers about the dangers of smoking and drinking and advocating for healthier living. By presenting a detailed analysis of the social and health implications of these habits, Smoking and Drinking contributes to the broader conversation on substance abuse and the need for social and public health reform.