My Lady Nicotine: A Study in Smoke
by J. M. Barrie
'My Lady Nicotine: A Study in Smoke' Summary
In My Lady Nicotine, J.M. Barrie, the author of Peter Pan, pens witty anecdotes of smoking, having quit the habit. He relates various accounts of himself and his friends and their relation to My Lady Nicotine. Barrie writes with great humor and insight about the social customs and rituals surrounding smoking, as well as the addictive nature of nicotine.Book Details
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Barrie knew that he wished to follow a career as an author. However, his family attempted to persuade him to choose a profession such as the ministry. With advice from Alexander, he was able to work o...
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