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    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

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John Barleycorn

John Barleycorn

London, Jack

Paperback

Biographies GeneralAddiction & Recovery

ISBN10: 1022917277
ISBN13: 9781022917279
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 168
Weight: 0.54
Height: 0.36 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

John Barleycorn is Jack London's powerful and unflinching autobiographical exploration of his lifelong relationship with alcohol. More than a personal memoir, this classic work serves as a stark social commentary on the allure and devastating consequences of alcoholism. London delves into the societal pressures and personal vulnerabilities that led to his heavy drinking, offering a raw and honest account of his experiences.

This compelling narrative, a vital historical document, examines the pervasive culture of drinking in the United States during London's time. John Barleycorn is a cautionary tale and a testament to the enduring struggle with addiction, offering insight into the temperance movement and the human cost of alcohol abuse. Experience London's gripping prose as he confronts his demons in this timeless and significant autobiography.

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