Tobacco in History and Culture - An Encyclopedia (Hardcover)

"Tobacco in History and Culture "explores how tobacco became one of the most important commodities in the history of world trade and the source of one of the biggest public health concerns in modern history. Originally used by Native Americans for medicinal, religious and social purposes, tobacco quickly became the biggest export from the American colonies. By the mid-1990s, more than 14 billion pounds of tobacco leaf were grown worldwide each year, with international treaties governing its advertising and distribution. It has affected agriculture, religion, social customs, business and trade, government policy and medicine in many countries. The unique and innovative reference work presents entries on all aspects of tobacco and from a global perspective, providing support for assignments at many levels and in a variety of fields, including history, economics, government and health.

"Tobacco in History and Culture "is the first set in a new reference line, the Scribner Turning Points Library. Future titles will explore other discoveries and historical events that have changed the direction of human societies worldwide, whether through sudden upheavals or gradual evolution.

General

Imprint:	Charles Scribner's Sons
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	September 2004
First published:	2005
Creators:	Charles Scribners & Sons Publishing
Dimensions:	220 x 288 x 48mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Volumes:	2
Pages:	1138
ISBN-13:	978-0-684-31405-1
Categories:	Books > Humanities > History > History of specific subjects > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social institutions > Customs & folklore > Customs Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social issues > Illness & addiction: social aspects > Drug addiction & substance abuse Books > History > History of specific subjects > General Promotions
LSN:	0-684-31405-3
Barcode:	9780684314051

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