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A History Of Smoking

A History Of Smoking

Corti, Count
England, Paul

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PhilosophyFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1432573144
ISBN13: 9781432573140
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Mar 1 2007
Pages: 364
Weight: 1.17
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A History of Smoking by Corti, Count is a comprehensive exploration of the cultural, social, and economic impact of smoking throughout human history. The book traces the origin and evolution of smoking, from its earliest recorded use in ancient civilizations to its widespread adoption in the modern world. The author delves into the various cultural and religious practices that have influenced smoking, as well as the social and economic factors that have contributed to its popularity. He also examines the health risks associated with smoking, and how these risks have been understood and addressed throughout history.Throughout the book, the author provides a richly detailed account of smoking's impact on art, literature, and popular culture, from the iconic images of the Marlboro Man to the rise of cigarette advertising in the early 20th century. Overall, A History of Smoking offers a fascinating and thought-provoking look at one of the most enduring and controversial habits in human history, and its impact on society and culture.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.

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