Prohibition: The Era Of Excess (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258234515)

Prohibition: The Era of Excess is a non-fiction book written by Andrew Sinclair that explores the history of the prohibition era in the United States. The book covers the period from 1920 to 1933, when the sale, production, and transportation of alcohol was banned in the country. Sinclair delves into the reasons behind the implementation of prohibition, including the temperance movement and the political and social climate of the time.The book also examines the impact of prohibition on American society, including the rise of organized crime, the emergence of speakeasies, and the increased consumption of illegal alcohol. Sinclair explores the cultural and artistic developments of the era, including the emergence of jazz music and the rise of flapper culture.Throughout the book, Sinclair provides a detailed and engaging account of the prohibition era, drawing on a wide range of sources including historical documents, personal accounts, and contemporary media. The book is a fascinating exploration of a pivotal period in American history, shedding light on the complex social, cultural, and political forces that shaped the era of excess.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.

Author: Andrew Sinclair
ISBN-10: 1258234513
ISBN-13: 9781258234515
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 03/17/2012
Pages: 492
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.81lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.06d