{"product_id":"americas-cigar-story-the-history-politics-and-legacy-of-cigars-from-1762-to-the-modern-era-by-sebastian-saviano-1","title":"America's Cigar Story: The History, Politics, and Legacy of Cigars from 1762 to the Modern Era By Sebastian Saviano","description":"\u003cdiv data-expanded=\"true\" class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\" data-expanded=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\" data-expanded=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\" data-expanded=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-expanded=\"true\" class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-expanded=\"true\" class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\" data-expanded=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\" data-expanded=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-expanded=\"true\" class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\" data-expanded=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\" data-expanded=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\" data-expanded=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-expanded=\"true\" class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-expanded=\"true\" class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\" data-expanded=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\" data-expanded=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"BookPageTitleSection\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"BookPageTitleSection__title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\" data-expanded=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-expanded=\"true\" class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-expanded=\"true\" class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content a-expander-content-expanded\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eFor over 250 years, cigars have shaped American history, industry, and culture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e From the colonial tobacco fields to the smoke-filled rooms of political power, cigars have been a symbol of craftsmanship, resilience, and status.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold a-text-italic\"\u003eAmerica's Cigar Story\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis the definitive history of cigars in the United States\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-a fascinating journey through time that explores their impact on business, labor, politics, and popular culture. From Lt. Col. Israel Putnam's introduction of Cuban tobacco in 1762 to the rise of cigar-making hubs in New York, Pennsylvania, and Florida, this book uncovers the untold stories of the workers, immigrants, and entrepreneurs who built the industry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eDiscover how cigars shaped the economy and political landscape, from Civil War battlefields to the presidential offices of JFK.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Learn how the Cuban Embargo transformed global tobacco markets, why the 1990s saw an unexpected cigar boom, and how modern boutique brands are redefining tradition today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eInside, you'll explore:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThe labor struggles of Black and immigrant cigar rollers in 19th-century factories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThe role of cigars in diplomacy, political deals, and the rise of the \"smoke-filled room.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eHow Nicaragua, the Dominican Republic, and Honduras became cigar powerhouses after the Cuban Embargo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThe modern resurgence of premium cigars, fueled by Hollywood, luxury branding, and craft tobacco innovation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eWhether you're a cigar aficionado, a history buff, or simply curious about America's evolving industries, this book offers a rich and engaging look at an enduring legacy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e With meticulous research and compelling storytelling, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eAmerica's Cigar Story\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brings to life the people, events, and innovations that shaped one of America's most iconic traditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eTABLE OF CONTENTS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eIntroduction: More Than Just a Smoke\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eChapter 1: The Foundations of American Cigar Culture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eChapter 2: The Rise of the American Cigar Industry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eChapter 3: Smoke-Filled Rooms \u0026amp; The Politics of Power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eVisual Break: The Most Iconic Cigar Ads of the Early 1900s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eChapter 4: The Cuban Embargo: A Defining Disruption\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eChapter 5: The 1990s Cigar Revival\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eChapter 6: The Boutique Cigar Renaissance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eChapter 7: The Future of the Cigar Industry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eConclusion: A Legacy of Smoke \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eEndnotes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eAppendices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Appendix A: Historical Cigar Advertisements\u003cbr\u003e• Appendix B: Labor Movements \u0026amp; Union Agreements the Cigar Industry\u003cbr\u003e• Appendix C: Notable Cigar Brands \u0026amp; Their Histories\u003cbr\u003e• Appendix D: Timeline of Major Events in U.S. Cigar History\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eBibliography\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Organized by Chapter)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eIndex\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Wide Genre","offers":[{"title":"Soft Cover","offer_id":47505469964508,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hard Cover","offer_id":47505469997276,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/2044\/5148\/files\/6_803886dd-5712-4f25-838b-9e391a64e725.png?v=1769702413","url":"https:\/\/widegenre.com\/products\/americas-cigar-story-the-history-politics-and-legacy-of-cigars-from-1762-to-the-modern-era-by-sebastian-saviano-1","provider":"WideGenre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}