Suomalaisen juoppouden juuret : viinanpoltto vapaudenaikana

Ilkka Mäntylä's Suomalaisen juoppouden juuret: viinanpoltto vapaudenaikana explores the historical context of alcohol consumption and distillation in Finland during the period of independence in the late 18th century. Mäntylä delves into the social, economic, and political roles of alcohol, revealing how distilling and drinking practices were deeply ingrained in Finnish life. The book examines alcohol as both a commodity and a social tool, shedding light on the roots of Finnish drinking culture.