Hideous Absinthe: A History of the Devil in a Bottle

by Jad Adams

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Hideous Absinthe boldly combines the art, literature, science, and social history of the nineteenth century to produce the story of a drink that came to symbolize both the high points of art and the depths of degeneration.
Jad Adams looks at the myths of absinthe and examines its influence on the artistic movements of the nineteenth century. He considers the work of Degas, Manet, and Picasso, who painted what are now considered masterpieces...

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:0299200000

ISBN13:9780299200008

Release Date:April 2004

Publisher:University of Wisconsin Press

Length:294 Pages

Weight:1.45 lbs.

Dimensions:1.1" x 6.1" x 9.3"

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Art Arts, Music & Photography Cooking Cooking Customs & Traditions Drinks & Beverages Europe France Historical Study & Educational Resources History History & Criticism Holiday Cooking Politics & Social Sciences Social History Social Science Social Sciences Spirits World

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