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E. R. Billings' expertise in the subject shines through in this authoritative work, making it an essential addition to any library focused on the history of agriculture and commerce.

This book examines the deep roots of China's contemporary "cigarette culture" and smoking epidemic and provides one of the first comprehensive histories of Chinese consumption in global and comparative perspective"--Provided by publisher.

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