The Definitive History of Cigars Released: America's Cigar Story Chronicles Over 250 Years of Tradition and Influence

MIAMI, March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Cigar Press proudly announces the release of America's Cigar Story: The History, Politics, and Legacy of Cigars from 1762 to the Modern Era – The Magnum Opus History Edition, an extensive exploration of America's cigar heritage by researcher, author, and entrepreneur Sebastian Saviano.

Spanning more than two and a half centuries, this meticulously researched work traces the journey of cigars from colonial America to contemporary craftsmanship and luxury branding. It examines how cigars have shaped and been shaped by American business, labor, politics, and popular culture. From the tobacco fields of the 1700s to major manufacturing hubs in New York, Pennsylvania, and Florida, America's Cigar Story offers readers an authoritative historical narrative.

"Writing America's Cigar Story was about documenting an enduring legacy that blends tradition, innovation, and craftsmanship," said Saviano, founder and CEO of The American Cigar Co. "This book is dedicated to everyone who has contributed to America's rich cigar culture—whether through production, policy, or pure enjoyment."

Key Highlights of the Book:

• The evolution of cigar culture from the 1700s and Civil War battlefields to the modern premium cigar renaissance.
• The transformation of global tobacco markets following the Cuban Embargo.
• Cigars' influence on political and diplomatic history, including the emergence of the "smoke-filled room."
• Detailed accounts of labor movements led by immigrant and Black cigar rollers.
• Present-day U.S. and global industry trends.
• Over a dozen illustrations, including iconic vintage cigar advertisements.
• "What Did They Smoke?" sections featuring political, historical, and pop culture figures known for enjoying cigars.

Targeted at cigar aficionados, history buffs, pop culture enthusiasts, and academics, America's Cigar Story offers a compelling exploration of how cigars have shaped American society and continue to thrive as a cultural tradition.

America's Cigar Story: The Magnum Opus History Edition will be available on Amazon.com and major booksellers worldwide beginning March 25, 2025. For more information, visit www.theamericancigarpress.com/americascigarstory.

About The American Cigar Press:
The American Cigar Press (at www.theamericancigarpress.com) is dedicated to documenting and preserving the rich history of craft, industry, and culture.

Publication Details:
America's Cigar Story: The History, Politics, and Legacy of Cigars from 1762 to the Modern Era – The Magnum Opus History Edition
ISBN: 979-8-218-59811-2 | LCCN: 2025934609

Contact:
Sebastian Saviano
3057708099
[email protected]

SOURCE The American Cigar Press