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John Barleycorn, or alcoholic memoirs

by Jack London

Set during an election day in California, this narrative details a journey from a rural ranch to a local village to vote on state constitutional amendments, reflecting on the day's events and drinking habits.

Accession 17389 ISBN — Publisher Mills & Boon
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