Published 1975
by Lothrop, Lee & Shepard in New York .
Written in English
An introduction to alcohol--what it is, how it affects the body, why some people become problem drinkers, and how to recognize, prevent, and treat alcoholism.
Edition Notes
| Statement | Stanley L. Englebardt. |
| Classifications | |
|---|---|
| LC Classifications | HV5066 .E54 |
| The Physical Object | |
| Pagination | 64 p. ; |
| Number of Pages | 64 |
| ID Numbers | |
| Open Library | OL5197828M |
| ISBN 10 | 0688417175, 068851717X |
| LC Control Number | 75020327 |
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