Prohibition New York City: Speakeasy Queen Texas Guinan, Blind Pigs, Drag Balls and More

Set against the backdrop of Prohibition-era New York, the narrative explores the vibrant nightlife spearheaded by Texas Guinan, a prominent figure in the city's speakeasies. With her clubs attracting a mix of gangsters, movie stars, and musicians, the atmosphere was charged with rebellion as cultural norms were cast aside. Author David Rosen vividly recounts Texas's life and her role in the exhilarating scene of jazz joints and drag balls, highlighting the era's spirit of indulgence and defiance in the face of the law.