The Physiology Of Temperance And Total Abstinence (1853) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437290547)

The Physiology of Temperance and Total Abstinence is a book written by William Benjamin Carpenter and first published in 1853. The book explores the effects of alcohol on the human body, including its impact on the brain, liver, and other organs. Carpenter argues that excessive drinking can lead to a wide range of health problems, including cirrhosis of the liver, brain damage, and cardiovascular disease. He also discusses the benefits of temperance and total abstinence from alcohol, citing examples of individuals who have improved their health and wellbeing by giving up drinking. The book includes detailed scientific explanations of the physiological processes involved in alcohol consumption and its effects on the body, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the science of addiction and recovery. Overall, The Physiology of Temperance and Total Abstinence is a groundbreaking work that helped to shape the public discourse around alcohol and its impact on health in the 19th century.Being An Examination Of The Effects Of The Excessive, Moderate, And Occasional Use Of Alcoholic Liquors On The Healthy Human System.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: William Benjamin Carpenter
ISBN-10: 143729054X
ISBN-13: 9781437290547
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 11/26/2008
Pages: 196
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.59lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.42d