Kiss, Gershon. Masechta Prohibishon [“Prohibition Tractate”]
AUCTION 13 |
Tuesday, June 26th,
2001 at 1:00
Important Hebrew Printed Books and Manuscripts Together With Fine Graphic and Ceremonial Art
Lot 366
(PARODY)
Kiss, Gershon. Masechta Prohibishon [“Prohibition Tractate”]
New York: By the Author 1929
Est: $200 - $300
PRICE REALIZED $250
In light of the era of Prohibition in the United States, a humerous look - in Talmudic style- of “the many and diverse maneuvers carried out in order to circumvent the laws of Prohibition, as well as the mishaps occurring due to the consumption of noxious drinks.” EJ, XIII col.136.