The Breakdown Of The Gothenburg System (1911)

The Breakdown Of The Gothenburg System (1911) is a non-fiction book written by Ernest Barron Gordon. The book explores the Gothenburg System, a unique approach to regulating the sale of alcohol in Sweden. The system was first implemented in the city of Gothenburg in the late 19th century and involved the creation of a monopoly on the sale of alcohol by the municipality. The profits generated from the sale of alcohol were then used to fund social welfare programs, such as housing and education.Gordon's book examines the history of the Gothenburg System, its implementation, and its eventual breakdown. He analyzes the reasons behind the system's success in reducing alcohol consumption and improving social welfare, as well as the factors that led to its decline. Gordon also discusses the impact of the Gothenburg System on other countries and its relevance to contemporary debates around alcohol regulation.Overall, The Breakdown Of The Gothenburg System provides a comprehensive and insightful analysis of a unique approach to alcohol regulation and its impact on society. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of alcohol regulation, social welfare, and public policy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.