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Nicotiana; Or, The Smoker's and Snuff-Taker's Companion

By Henry James Meller
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An illustrated compendium that surveys the history, cultivation, production, and legal and medical considerations surrounding tobacco while mounting a spirited defense of smoking and snuff-taking. Essays, anecdotes, and original verse examine social customs, rituals of hospitality, and the herb's role in conviviality, consolation, and imaginative work, and practical chapters outline cultivation, manufacture, and import regulations. The work rebuts common prejudices by collecting testimony and rhetorical arguments in favor of tobacco’s social and restorative functions, blending informative exposition with promotional advocacy directed at sympathetic readers.

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Henry James Meller

Henry James Meller was an author known for his work in the early 20th century, particularly in the realm of tobacco literature. His notable book, "Nicotiana; Or, The Smoker's and Snuff-Taker's Companion," explores the cultural and social aspects of smoking and snuff-taking. Meller's writing reflects a fascination with the rituals and practices surrounding tobacco use, providing insights into the habits and attitudes of his time. While not widely recognized today, his contributions offer a glimpse into the historical context of smoking culture.

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