The Drink Problem: And Its Solution (Classic Reprint)

David Lewis

ISBN 10: 1331488273 / ISBN 13: 9781331488279

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book is a robust examination of the social, economic, and political ills caused by the liquor trade, highlighting how devastating alcohol consumption impacts all rungs of British society and the economy. The book goes beyond advocating for temperance and offers a comprehensive plan for combating the widespread negative effects of alcohol. The author, a magistrate with unique insight into the habits of both moderate and excessive drinkers, argues for strict regulation and oversight of the trade, proposing a bold solution to the many problems caused by alcohol. The author's meticulous documentation of the link between the liquor trade and major social ills has made this book a touchstone for activists and policymakers battling to curb alcohol consumption and its weighty consequences. 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.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Drink Problem: And Its Solution (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1331488273
• ISBN 13: 9781331488279
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Criminology

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Synopsis

The Drink Problem is a thorough examination of the liquor trade and its impact on society, offering practical remedies and a clear call for reform.

The book analyzes how laws, policing, and licensing shape public life. It presents a wide range of evidence—from government reports to contemporary commentary—to explain the social, economic, and moral effects of alcohol. The discussion centers on the balance between individual responsibility, public policy, and the duties of government, with an emphasis on real-world outcomes rather than theory alone.

Readers will find grounded analysis of legislative measures, enforcement practices, and the consequences of widespread drinking. The material invites careful consideration of what works to reduce harm and promote the common good, without overpromising results.

• A clear look at how licensing and penalties affect public behavior and safety.
• Examples of policy debates and practical remedies for temperance reform.
• Discussion of data, case studies, and authorities shaping the temperance movement.
• An accessible, evidence-based approach suitable for reform-minded readers.

Ideal for readers interested in social reform, public policy, and the history of temperance movements.