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Sucker's Progress is a comprehensive and engaging account of the history of gambling in America, from the earliest colonial settlements to the height of the Gilded Age. Written by renowned journalist and historian Herbert Asbury, the book offers a fascinating look at the various forms of gambling that have been popular throughout American history, including lotteries, horse racing, cockfighting, and the rise of the modern casino.Asbury's writing is lively and engaging, and he brings to life the colorful characters and larger-than-life personalities that have populated the world of gambling throughout the centuries. From the legendary gambler John Law to the notorious gambler and saloon owner Diamond Jim Brady, Asbury paints a vivid picture of the people who have shaped the gambling industry in America.The book also explores the social and cultural implications of gambling in America, including its impact on politics, economics, and morality. Asbury examines the ways in which gambling has been both celebrated and condemned throughout American history, and he offers a nuanced perspective on the complex relationship between gambling and American society.Overall, Sucker's Progress is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of gambling in America. With its engaging writing style, colorful characters, and insightful analysis, this book is sure to captivate readers from start to finish.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.