Ben H Spence S E Nicholson (3 results)

Condition: Fair. 512 pp., ex library, disbound, last leaf tattered, fair only. - If you are reading this, this item is actually (physically) in our stock and ready for shipment once ordered. We are not bookjackers. Buyer is responsible for any additional duties, taxes, or fees required by recipient's country.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book collects the proceedings of the first international convention of the World League Against Alcoholism, a historic gathering that established a global network for the prohibitionist movement. It comprises addresses, reports, and discussions from over 1,000 delegates representing 66 countries. The text offers a detailed account of the movement's progress, challenges, and strategies, providing valuable insights into the social and political landscape of the early 20th century. The convention's focus on international cooperation, scientific research, and the engagement of students and women reflects the evolving nature of the prohibitionist cause. The book presents a comprehensive overview of the movement's global reach and its impact on shaping attitudes toward alcohol consumption in the decades that followed. 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.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. No Dust Jacket. 512 pp. Original blue cloth covers w/ gilt title on spine. Binding a bit soiled. Top corners bumped. Light foxing to edges of text block and endpapers. Contents nice.