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Alcohol in World History

By Gina Hames
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By Gina Hames
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From the origins of drinking to the use and abuse of alcohol in the present day, this global historical study draws on approaches and research from biology, anthropology, sociology and psychology. Topics covered include:

  • the impact of colonialism

  • alcohol before the world economy

  • industrialization and alcohol

  • globalization, consumer society, and alcohol.

Gina Hames argues that the production, trade, consumption, and regulation of alcohol have shaped virtually every ci...

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HistoryWorld HistoryGeneral & Miscellaneous World HistoryWorld History - General & Miscellaneous