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Routledge - Gambling on the American Dream: Atlantic City History

Name: Routledge - Gambling on the American Dream: Atlantic City History
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the evolution of the American gaming industry through this detailed historical study. Gambling on the American Dream examines the rapid expansion of casinos across the United States since 1990 by focusing on the specific history of Atlantic City, New Jersey, from the 1970s onward. This book offers more than just economic data. By utilizing oral history, the text brings the human side of the region to life. It connects the broader social and economic shifts to the personal stories of the people living through the casino era. Readers gain a deep understanding of how the rise of gambling changed the landscape of New Jersey and influenced the wider national trend of casino growth. Whether you are studying business history or the social impact of large-scale industry shifts, this work provides a comprehensive look at a transformative period in American economic history. It is an essential resource for understanding the connection between regional developments and national trends in the gambling sector.

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Provides a historical perspective on the massive growth of US casinos since 1990.

Uses oral history to present real human stories from the Atlantic City region.

Examines the economic and social impacts of the casino era in New Jersey.

Traces the development of Atlantic City starting from the 1970s.

Offers a deep look into the business and economic history of the gambling industry.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1851969268
Category: Books > Subjects > Business, Finance & Law > Biographies & Histories > Business & Economic History
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 01 February 2008
Listed Since: 03 May 2007

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