Nicotiana; Or, The Smoker's and Snuff-Taker's Companion by Henry James Meller
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| Author | Meller, Henry James |
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| Title | Nicotiana; Or, The Smoker's and Snuff-Taker's Companion |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Nicotiana; Or, The Smoker's and Snuff-Taker's Companion" by Henry James Meller is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work delves into the extensive history of tobacco, its cultural significance, medicinal properties, and related laws, advocating for the defense of smoking and snuff-taking against prevalent criticisms. Through a mix of factual analysis and anecdotal evidence, Meller aims to enlighten readers about the virtues of tobacco, particularly appealing to its enthusiast population. The opening of the text introduces the author's aim to champion the causes of tobacco smokers and snuff-takers amidst a backdrop of societal prejudices against these practices. Meller criticizes the misconceptions held by detractors, particularly within refined social circles and among women, while highlighting the social and medicinal benefits attributed to tobacco consumption throughout history. He presents a robust defense of both smoking and snuff-taking, positing that these practices foster friendlier social interactions and have been embraced by notable figures across various cultures and histories. The author sets a tone of advocacy, preparing readers for a detailed exploration of tobacco's impact on society, laws, and health. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GT: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Manners and customs |
| Subject | Tobacco -- History |
| Subject | Tobacco -- Anecdotes |
| Subject | Smoking |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 36879 |
| Release Date | Jul 28, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 251 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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