An Address On Ardent Spirit (1829)

by Reuben Dimond Mussey

Book Overview

An Address On Ardent Spirit is a book written by Reuben Dimond Mussey in 1829. The book is a passionate plea against the use of alcohol and its harmful effects on individuals and society as a whole. Mussey argues that alcohol consumption leads to physical and mental deterioration, poverty, crime, and family breakdown. He also discusses the economic and social costs of alcoholism and calls for a moral and religious approach to the problem. The book is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the early efforts to combat alcoholism in America. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of public health and social reform.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 110461118X
• ISBN13: 9781104611187
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 20 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"