San Antonio College Library

A Southern woman describes her life--from childhood on a plantation with a tyrannical father, to Civil War nurse in a military hospital with her surgeon husband, to pro-abolitionist in old age.

"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....

A complete guide to the art of conversation in a variety of circumstances, including casual, social, and business situations, and featuring never-fail openers, continuing strategies, and tips on how to find words for difficult times, including loss or illness.