Potent Brews A Social History of Alcohol in East Africa, 1850-1999 |
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Author:
| Willis, Justin |
Series title: | Eastern African Studies |
ISBN: | 978-0-8214-1476-7 |
Publication Date: | Nov 2002 |
Publisher: | Ohio University Press
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $29.95 |
Book Description:
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In this first general history of alcohol and drinking in East Africa, Justin Willis's central theme is power--from customary beliefs in alcohol as a symbol of authority and a means of enhancement and privilege, to the use of power in advertising, and discourse on the consumption of modern bottled beers and spirits.
In this first general history of alcohol and drinking in East Africa, Justin Willis's central theme is power--from customary beliefs in alcohol as a symbol of authority and a means of enhancement and privilege, to the use of power in advertising, and discourse on the consumption of modern bottled beers and spirits.