Selected Articles On Prohibition (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781245669269)

Selected Articles on Prohibition, compiled by Lamar T. Beman, offers a comprehensive overview of the prohibition era in the United States. Published in 1923, this collection provides a balanced perspective on the arguments for and against the ban on alcohol, examining the social, economic, and political ramifications of this transformative period in American history.

Beman's work gathers diverse viewpoints, presenting articles from leading thinkers, policymakers, and social commentators of the time. This compilation allows readers to understand the complexities and controversies surrounding the temperance movement and the implementation of the 18th Amendment. The selected articles delve into topics such as the effectiveness of prohibition in reducing crime, its impact on the economy, and its broader effects on American society and culture.

This book serves as an invaluable resource for historians, students, and anyone interested in understanding the multifaceted legacy of prohibition and its lasting impact on the United States.

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