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Last Call: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition

Daniel Okrent
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Last Call: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2010

Book Brief

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Daniel Okrent

Last Call: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

480

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 1920s

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Last Call: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition, Daniel Okrent explores the Prohibition era in the United States, detailing the social, political, and economic factors leading to its implementation and eventual repeal. The book examines influential figures and cultural shifts, highlighting the complexities and unintended consequences of this constitutional experiment.

Informative

Mysterious

Contemplative

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.2

9,166 ratings

71%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Daniel Okrent's Last Call: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition is praised for its thorough research and engaging narrative, offering a detailed look at Prohibition's complexities. Critics commend its vivid storytelling and historical insights but note it can overwhelm with detail. Overall, it effectively balances being both informative and entertaining.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Last Call: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition?

Readers interested in Last Call: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition by Daniel Okrent likely enjoy American history, socio-political dynamics, and cultural shifts. This audience also appreciates works like The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson, which blend historical narrative with rich detail.

4.2

9,166 ratings

71%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

480

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 1920s

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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