A History Of Smoking (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436689021)

A History of Smoking is a comprehensive book written by Count Corti that delves into the origins and evolution of smoking. The book explores the cultural, social, and economic impact of smoking throughout history, starting from the ancient civilizations of the Americas and Asia to the modern-day global tobacco industry.The book covers various topics related to smoking, including the health effects of smoking, the rise of tobacco companies, the role of smoking in popular culture, and the political and ethical debates surrounding smoking. Count Corti provides a detailed analysis of how smoking has been perceived and regulated throughout history, from the early days of tobacco use to the present-day anti-smoking campaigns.A History of Smoking is a well-researched and engaging book that provides readers with a fascinating insight into the history of smoking. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the cultural, social, and historical significance of smoking.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.

Author: Count Corti
ISBN-10: 1436689023
ISBN-13: 9781436689021
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2008
Pages: 364
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.55lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d