tobacco use

Nick Naylor, chief spokesman for the Academy of Tobacco Studies, is accustomed to being harassed, heckled, and vilified by antismoking zealots, but things turn really ugly when he is forced to step up his efforts on behalf of smoking in order to keep his job.

Examines the health aspects of tobacco use, discussing the addictive power of nicotine, hidden ingredients in cigarettes, benefits of quitting, and other related topics.

Explores the history of tobacco, discusses its role in culture, describes the psychological and physiological effects of smoking and chewing tobacco, and offers suggestions on how to quit using tobacco.

Presents a collection of essays that debate the various issues related to smoking, including its health risks, the tobacco industry, smoking regulation, and more.