Prohibition
Describes the rise and fall of Prohibition in the United States. Author John M. Dunn includes a history of alcohol use in the U.S. before the nineteenth century movement. This book provides detail on the many social, economic, and political factors leading to its gain in popularity, leading to passage of the 18th Amendment and the changes the lead to its repeal in 1933.
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Review: Prohibition"...these thoughtful, well-researched books closely examine important events in American history, smoothly weaving quotes from primary sources and modern scholars into the readable texts. More than just recitations of facts, these volumes delve into human motivations, strengths, and shortcomings to present fascinating insights into the past."—Curriculum Connections, Spring 2008
