Last Call

In "Last Call," Daniel Okrent delivers a compelling history of America's Prohibition era from 1920 to 1933, exploring the complex social and political forces that led to the nationwide ban on alcohol. Rich with vivid characters and diverse stories, Okrent details the unlikely alliances behind the movement, including the women's suffrage movement and anti-immigrant sentiments, and reveals how Americans creatively defied the law. With a blend of wit and historical insight, this thorough narrative captures the transformative impact of Prohibition on American society and remains a definitive account of the period.