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Prohibition Inside Out

Prohibition Inside Out

Haynes, Roy A.
Harding, President Warren

Hardcover

General LawGeneral Political ScienceGeneral Racism & Ethnic Studies

ISBN10: 1432612360
ISBN13: 9781432612368
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 30 2004
Pages: 320
Weight: 1.41
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Prohibition Inside Out is a non-fiction book written by Roy A. Haynes that delves into the history, politics, and societal impacts of the Prohibition era in the United States. The book explores the motivations behind the movement to ban alcohol, the enforcement of the 18th Amendment, and the rise of organized crime and corruption during this time. Through the use of primary sources and historical analysis, Haynes provides a comprehensive look at the complex and often contradictory nature of Prohibition, including its effects on women, minorities, and the economy. The book also examines the eventual repeal of Prohibition and its lasting legacy on American society. Overall, Prohibition Inside Out offers a nuanced and insightful perspective on one of the most fascinating and controversial periods in American history.1923. Haynes, the Prohibition Commissioner, recounts his experiences with those who, for personal gain, are constantly trying to defeat the purpose of the law, and assures the prohibitionists that there has been ever present the counterbalancing element that has been helpful, sincere, earnest, cooperative and patriotic. Contents: Crowning the Crusaders; Glimpses of the Moonshine Still; Hazards of the Moonshine Chase; Bartering for the Agent's Honor; The Allurements of Dishonesty; Running the Rum Blockade; Liquor Leaks on the Canadian Border; Enforcement, and the Big Violator; The Violator's Day of Reckoning; Conspiracies, International in Scope; The Highjacker; Fallen Heroes; Un-American Propaganda; The Poison Cup; Safeguarding Lawful Liquor Activities; Justice and the Prohibition Law; The Respectable Citizen Violator; Joint Responsibility, Federal and State; The Invincible Allies; Results of the Great Adventure; Milestones of Progress; and The Signs of the Times.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.

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