Author: Matthias KoopsPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Paper industry
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
Historical Account of the Substances which Have Been Used to Describe Events and to Convey Ideas from the Earliest Date to the Invention of Paper
Author: Matthias KoopsPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Paper industry
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
Historical Account of the Substances which Have Been Used to Describe Events, and to Convey Ideas, from the Earliest Date to the Invention of Paper by Matthias Koops, Esq
Author: Matthias KoopsPharmacologia; or the history of medicinal substances. ... Third edition ... enlarged
Author: John Ayrton PARISPharmacologia, al, The history of medicinal substances. Ed. the 6th, corrected
Author: John Ayrton ParisEssential Substances
Author: Richard RudgleyPublisher:
ISBN: 9781910524084
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
Richard Rudgley's first book, Essential Substances, was the winner of the British Museum Prometheus Award and hailed as a masterpiece by the Director of Harvard Botanical Museum. It is still one of the few books to have explored the role of drugs in the religious, political, economic and sexual life of our species from prehistory to the present day, covering a range of cultures as diverse as the Amazonian Indians, the Scythians of the ancient world and the witches of Medieval Europe alongside inner city crack and drugs in the counterculture. It is a magical tour of the bizarre world of intoxicants peopled by tribesmen and mystics, statesmen and writers, housewives and yuppies. Rudgley cogently shows how the significance of these substances extends beyond simple pleasure to the economic, political, and sexual life of a community. In the process, he challenges our assumptions that deem certain intoxicants socially and legally acceptable, while others remain taboo. Essential Substances remains a timely, much-needed reconsideration of the roles intoxicants play in our lives and society. Added for this edition is a new appendix, 'A Psychoactive Bestiary'. 'A splendid contribution to the new wave of scholarship that is forcing a different approach to our ages-old fascination with hallucinogenic plants and altered states. Richard Rudgley is to be congratulated' - Terence McKenna, author of Food of the Gods and True Hallucinations 'Should be required reading for all legislators who think disliked substances can be made to vanish by means of criminal sanctions' - Andrew Weil MD, author of The Natural Mind Richard Rudgley is a critically acclaimed author whose books have been translated into twelve languages. The author of several books, he has also written and presented several documentaries that have aired on Channel 4 in the United Kingdom and on various channels internationally. Arktos has also republished his books Wildest Dreams: An Anthology of Drug-Related Literature, which collects writings both ancient and modern describing the drug experience; and Barbarians, which is about the Dark Ages.
Pharmacologia; Or the History of Medicinal Substances with a View to Establish the Art of Prescribing and of Composing Extemporaneous Formulae Upon Fixed and Scientific Principles
Author: John Ayrton ParisThe Substance of Civilization
Author: Stephen L. SassPublisher: Skyhorse Publishing Inc.
ISBN: 1611454018
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Demonstrates the way in which the discovery, application, and adaptation of materials has shaped the course of human history and the routines of our daily existence.
The History of Silk, Cotton, Linen, Wool, and Other Fibrous Substances
Author: Clinton G ] [GilroyPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Textile fabrics
Languages : en
Pages : 544
Book Description
The History of Silk, Cotton, Linen, Wool, and Other Fibrous Substances
Author: Clinton G. GilroyPublisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 364
Book Description
In 'The History of Silk, Cotton, Linen, Wool, and Other Fibrous Substances', Clinton G. Gilroy delves into the intricate world of textiles, tracing the evolution and significance of various fibers throughout history. Gilroy's scholarly approach combines a meticulous examination of each fiber's production process and cultural impact with a compelling narrative style that makes this book accessible to both academics and general readers. Within the context of textile history, Gilroy explores the economic, social, and artistic implications of these fibers, shedding light on their role in shaping societies and civilizations. This comprehensive work serves as an essential resource for anyone interested in the intersection of material culture and human history. Clinton G. Gilroy's expertise in textile history is evident in this meticulously researched and engagingly written book. With a background in material culture studies, Gilroy brings a unique perspective to the subject, exploring how fibers have influenced everything from trade to fashion trends. 'The History of Silk, Cotton, Linen, Wool, and Other Fibrous Substances' is a must-read for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of textile history, offering a rich tapestry of information and insights.
Prohibitions and Psychoactive Substances in History, Culture and Theory
Author: Susannah WilsonPublisher: Routledge
ISBN: 100001195X
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
This volume is a new contribution to the dynamic scholarly discussion of the control and regulation of psychoactive substances in culture and society. Offering new critical reflections on the reasons prohibitions have historically arisen, the book analyses "prohibitions" as ambivalent and tenuous interactions between the users of psychoactive substances and regulators of their use. This original collection of essays engages with contemporary debates concerning addiction, intoxication and drug regulation, and will be of interest to scholars in the arts, humanities and social sciences interested in narratives of prohibition and their social and cultural meanings.