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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich and nuanced world of smoking across the centuries, blending literary extracts and anecdotal historical commentary. It delves into the myriad ways civilizations have embraced smoking rituals and explores the social, philosophical, and artistic significance tobacco has held in different cultures. The author traces the evolution of smoking practices, from its widespread use in Native American spiritual ceremonies to its introduction to Europe by explorers and its subsequent global dissemination. Through the book's exploration of smoking's role in literature, from Chaucer to Mark Twain, readers will discover how it has permeated our collective imagination and shaped cultural norms. This book serves as both an illuminating historical account and a celebration of the enduring fascination with smoking, making it an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the cultural history of this complex and controversial practice. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331124658_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331124658
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331124658
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)