{"product_id":"alcohol-in-popular-culture-an-encyclopedia-9780313380488","title":"Alcohol in Popular Culture: An Encyclopedia","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Rachel Black\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Greenwood\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Greenwood\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Popular Culture\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis encyclopedia presents the many sides of America's ongoing relationship with alcohol, examining the political history, pivotal events, popular culture, and advances in technology that have affected its consumption.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFrom the constant advertising messages from beer, wine and liquor manufacturers to parties, weddings, and other social gatherings where alcohol is served to after-work happy hours with coworkers, the influence and presence of alcohol are inescapable in the United States. According to a government source, 50 percent of American adults identified themselves as \"regular drinkers\" (having at least 12 drinks in the past year). \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis encyclopedia presents an overview of the entire history of alcohol in America from the first colonies to present day, focusing on the often-marginalized and pop culture aspects of alcohol use and misuse. Entries illuminate topics such as the favorite alcoholic beverages in America; how they are manufactured; the role of alcohol in everyday life, special events, and across history; the impacts of alcohol consumption on society and health; and much more. Connections and influences from outside the United States are also considered for some topics.","brand":"Greenwood","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":45082082017431,"sku":"9780313380488","price":10201.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9780313380488.webp?v=1767263006","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/alcohol-in-popular-culture-an-encyclopedia-9780313380488","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}