The Social Life of Opium in China

Autor*innen

• Zheng Yangwen

Parameter

• 256 Seiten
• 9 Lesestunden

• China
• Geschichte

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The book explores the historical evolution of opium, detailing its journey from a medicinal substance to a widely abused narcotic over five centuries. It examines the cultural, social, and economic factors that contributed to this transformation, highlighting key events and shifts in perception surrounding opium use. Through a comprehensive analysis, it sheds light on the implications of opium's changing status and its impact on society.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2015
• Einband: Hardcover