An Inquiry Into the Effects of Ardent Spirits Upon the Human Body and Mind: With an Account of the Means of Preventing (1823) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169591769)

""An Inquiry Into The Effects Of Ardent Spirits Upon The Human Body And Mind: With An Account Of The Means Of Preventing (1823)"" is a book written by Benjamin Rush, a prominent American physician and signer of the Declaration of Independence. The book is an extensive study of the effects of alcohol consumption on the human body and mind, and it provides a detailed account of the physical, mental, and social consequences of excessive drinking.Rush's inquiry is based on his own observations as a physician, as well as on the experiences of his patients and other medical professionals. He discusses the various ways in which alcohol affects the body, including its impact on the liver, stomach, and brain. He also explores the psychological effects of alcohol, such as its ability to impair judgment and increase the risk of violent behavior.In addition to describing the negative effects of alcohol, Rush also provides advice on how to prevent alcoholism and promote sobriety. He emphasizes the importance of education and moral instruction in preventing excessive drinking, and he advocates for the establishment of temperance societies and the promotion of alternative forms of recreation.Overall, ""An Inquiry Into The Effects Of Ardent Spirits Upon The Human Body And Mind"" is a comprehensive and influential work that contributed to the growing temperance movement in the United States during the early 19th century.And Of The Remedies For Curing Them.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: Benjamin Rush
ISBN-10: 1169591760
ISBN-13: 9781169591769
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 42
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.88lbs
Size: 8.50h x 11.02w x 0.25d