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The Book of Absinthe: A Cultural History,Used
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La Fee Verte (or "The Green Fairy") has intoxicated artists, poets, and writers ever since the late eighteenth century. Stories abound of absinthe's druglike sensations of mood lift and inspiration due to the presence of wormwood, its infamous "special" ingredient, which ultimately leads to delirium, homicidal mania, and death. Opening with the sensational 1905 Absinthe Murders, Phil Baker offers a cultural history of absinthe, from its modest origins as an herbal tonic through its luxuriantly morbid heyday in the late nineteenth century. Chronicling a fascinatingly lurid cast of historical characters who often died young, the absinthe scrapbook includes Paul Verlaine, Arthur Rimbaud, Charles Baudelaire, Oscar Wilde, Ernest Dowson, Aleister Crowley, Arthur Machen, August Strindberg, Alfred Jarry, Vincent van Gogh, Henri de ToulouseLautrec, Alphonse Allais, Ernest Hemingway, and Pablo Picasso. Along with discussing the rituals and modus operandi of absinthe drinking, Baker reveals the recently discovered pharmacology of how real absinthe actually works on the nervous system, and he tests the various real and fake absinthe products that are available overseas. The Book of Absinthe is a witty, erudite primer to the world's most notorious drink.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Book of Absinthe' about? A: 'The Book of Absinthe: A Cultural History' explores the history and cultural significance of absinthe, detailing its effects on artists and writers since the late eighteenth century.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Phil Baker, who provides a comprehensive look at absinthe's history and its impact on various historical figures.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Book of Absinthe' was published on July 1, 2003.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 304 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of absinthe's fascinating history.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'The Book of Absinthe' is available in paperback binding, making it accessible and easy to handle.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners interested in absinthe? A: Yes, 'The Book of Absinthe' serves as a witty and erudite primer, making it suitable for both beginners and those already familiar with absinthe.
- Q: Does the book discuss the effects of absinthe? A: Yes, it discusses the druglike sensations and mood lift associated with absinthe, as well as its potential negative effects.
- Q: Are there any historical figures featured in the book? A: Yes, the book chronicles the lives of several historical figures such as Oscar Wilde, Vincent van Gogh, and Ernest Hemingway, among others.
- Q: What themes are covered in the book? A: The book covers themes including the cultural history of absinthe, rituals of drinking, and the pharmacology of absinthe's effects on the nervous system.
- Q: Is 'The Book of Absinthe' available in other editions? A: This particular listing is for the paperback edition, but you may want to check for other editions or formats available from various retailers.