In this persuasive tract, Thomas Wilson argues for the prohibition of distilled liquor as a means of reducing the harm caused by alcohol consumption. Wilson presents a range of economic, social, and moral arguments in support of his case, drawing on contemporary debates and evidence. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of temperance movements and public health campaigns. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.