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100 1 _aReade, A. Arthur
_q(Alfred Arthur),
_d1851-
245 1 0 _aStudy and Stimulants :
_bOr, the Use of Intoxicants and Narcotics in Relation to Intellectual Life, as Illustrated by Personal Communications on the Subject, from Men of Letters and of Science
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-10-01
508 _aProduced by Beth L. Constantine, David Moynihan, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"Study and Stimulants" by A. Arthur Reade is a scientific publication likely written in the late 19th century. This work investigates the effects of intoxicants and narcotics on intellectual life, featuring accounts from various prominent figures in literature and science. The primary topic revolves around the impact of stimulants, particularly tobacco and alcohol, on cognitive performance and mental exertion, aiming to provide clarity on whether these substances enhance or hinder intellectual capabilities. The opening of the book introduces the ongoing debate regarding the influence of commonly used intoxicants. Reade expresses the confusion faced by students and intellectual workers seeking guidance on whether to use such substances in their pursuits. Several personal communications from well-known figures, including authors and scientists, are included to shed light on their experiences and insights regarding the use of alcohol and tobacco while engaging in intellectual work. These testimonials suggest a range of opinions, with some advocating for moderation and others asserting total abstinence, thus painting a complex picture of the relationship between mind-enhancing efforts and stimulant use. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aNarcotics
653 _aAlcoholism
653 _aAlcoholic Intoxication
653 _aStimulants
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6752
999 _c48748
_d48748