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Intemperance: The Lost War Against Liquor

Engelmann provides a comprehensive study of America’s fight against alcohol, exploring the passionate activism of reformers, the societal forces that fueled prohibition, and the reasons behind its failure. The book reveals the lasting impact of the temperance struggle on American politics, religion, and culture, offering insights into the nation’s ongoing debates over morality and personal freedom.

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HV 5090 M5E53 1979

Publisher

London : Collier Macmillan Publishers., 1979

Collation

252 p.

Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

0029095204

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HV 5090 M5E53

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Subject(s)

Temperance movements United States
Prohibition United States history
Liquor laws and legislation United States

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Intemperance: The Lost War Against Liquor by Larry Engelmann was published in 1979 by The Free Press. The book offers a detailed historical analysis of the temperance movement in the United States, tracing its rise, cultural influence, political battles, and eventual decline. It examines the complex relationship between moral reform, public policy, and American society’s struggle with alcohol.

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