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Helen Epstein

    The New York Review of Books
    |June 30, 2007
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    This review examines Allan M. Brandt's "The Cigarette Century," detailing the historical rise and persistent deadly impact of cigarettes in America. It highlights the product's profound influence on American society and public health.

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    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • History of Science
    • Sociology

    Background:

    • This review critically analyzes Allan M. Brandt's comprehensive historical account, "The Cigarette Century: The Rise, Fall, and Deadly Persistence of the Product That Defined America."
    • The book chronicles the complex relationship between tobacco, industry, and American society over a century.

    Observation:

    • Brandt's work meticulously documents the evolution of cigarette consumption, from its widespread adoption to its eventual recognition as a major public health crisis.
    • The review highlights the tobacco industry's strategies in shaping public perception and policy.

    Findings:

    • The analysis underscores the 'deadly persistence' of cigarette use, despite mounting scientific evidence of its harms.
    • Brandt's research reveals how the cigarette became deeply embedded in American culture, identity, and economy.

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    Implications:

    • Understanding this history is crucial for contemporary public health strategies aimed at tobacco control and harm reduction.
    • The review emphasizes the need for continued vigilance against industry influence and the promotion of evidence-based policies to mitigate the enduring impact of smoking.