Includes bibliographical references (pages 199-216) and index.

"This book approaches the subject of drinking with a predominantly descriptive orientation, focusing on what people do and what they say. By way of illustrative case studies, captivating images, and an authoritative yet conversational writing style, it delivers a full perspective about the range of variation we find when we look at drinking as a peculiarly human phenomenon." "Together these chapters fill a gap in the literature on drinking patterns. They do so in an accessible and informative style that a truly unlimited worldwide audience as well as social scientists, social psychologists, anthropologists, and public health professionals will appreciate."--Jacket.

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