The Maine Law (1919)

The Maine Law is a historical book written by Ernest Barron Gordon in 1919. The book is a comprehensive study of the Maine Law, which was a prohibition law passed in the state of Maine in 1851. The law prohibited the manufacture, sale, and consumption of alcohol, making Maine the first state in the United States to pass such a law.The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Maine Law, including its origins, the political and social context in which it was passed, and its impact on the state and the nation. The author explores the motivations behind the passage of the law, the opposition it faced, and the ways in which it was enforced.The Maine Law also examines the broader temperance movement of the 19th century, which sought to promote abstinence from alcohol as a means of improving public health and morality. The book discusses the various strategies employed by temperance advocates, including the use of propaganda, education, and legal measures.Overall, The Maine Law is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of prohibition and the temperance movement in the United States. It provides a detailed and nuanced account of the Maine Law and its significance, shedding light on a pivotal moment in American history.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.