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by Ernest Barron Gordon (Author)
The Maine Law is a historical book written by Ernest Barron Gordon in 1919. The book recounts the history of the Maine Law, which was a prohibition law that was passed in the state of Maine in 1851. The law prohibited the sale and consumption of alcohol, making Maine the first state in the United States to enact such a law. The book provides a detailed account of the political and social factors that led to the passage of the law, as well as its impact on the state of Maine and the nation as a whole. The author also discusses the challenges and controversies that arose as a result of the law, including the rise of bootlegging and the formation of the temperance movement. Overall, The Maine Law is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of prohibition in the United States.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.
