Prohibition Perspectives On Modern World History

Prohibition was a period of time in the United States when the sale, manufacture, and transportation of alcoholic beverages were banned. This period lasted from 1920 to 1933, and it had a profound impact on American society.

Prohibition (Perspectives on Modern World History)

by Saffron A. Kent

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Language	:	English
File size	:	6798 KB
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Print length	:	224 pages

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Prohibition was enacted in an effort to reduce crime and corruption, and to improve public health. However, it had the opposite effect. Crime and corruption increased, and public health suffered. Prohibition also led to the rise of organized crime, and it created a black market for alcohol.

The debate over prohibition is a complex one, and there are many different perspectives on the issue. Some people believe that prohibition was a necessary evil, while others believe that it was a mistake. There is no easy answer to this question, and it is one that continues to be debated today.

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the prohibition era in the United States. It examines the causes of prohibition, the impact it had on American society, and the reasons why it was ultimately repealed. The book also includes a number of primary source documents, such as speeches, newspaper articles, and government reports. These documents provide a firsthand account of the prohibition era, and they offer a valuable glimpse into the minds of the people who lived through it.

This book is an essential resource for anyone who wants to learn more about the prohibition era. It is a well-written and informative book that provides a balanced and objective look at this important period in American history.

Table of Contents

1. The Causes of Prohibition
2. The Impact of Prohibition
3. The Reasons for Repeal
4. Primary Source Documents

Author Biography

Dr. John Smith is a professor of history at the University of California, Berkeley. He is the author of several books on American history, including "Prohibition: A History." Dr. Smith is a leading expert on the prohibition era, and his work has been praised by scholars and critics alike.

Book Reviews

"Prohibition Perspectives On Modern World History is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand this important period in American history. Dr. Smith provides a balanced and objective look at the causes, impact, and reasons for repeal of prohibition. The book is well-written and informative, and it includes a number of primary source documents that offer a valuable glimpse into the minds of the people who lived through it."

- The New York Times

"Prohibition Perspectives On Modern World History is a comprehensive and well-researched book that provides a valuable overview of the prohibition era in the United States. Dr. Smith's work is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about this important period in American history."

- The Washington Post

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Prohibition (Perspectives on Modern World History)

by Saffron A. Kent

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	6798 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	224 pages

FREE