A powerful personal memoir of a Canadian temperance pioneer.
This nonfiction work chronicles Letitia Youmans’s life, work, and the early activism that shaped the White Ribbon movement in Canada.
From modest beginnings in Ontario to leading roles in the W.C.T.U. of Ontario, the book traces a lifetime of practical action, heartfelt faith, and public speaking that moved communities. It offers a window into the social reform currents of the era, capturing the challenges and triumphs of a woman who blended family life with public duty and a clear call for social change.
- Personal background and the making of a dedicated reformer
- Founding and leading temperance efforts across communities
- Public speaking, organizing campaigns, and the growth of the W.C.T.U. in Canada
- Stories of resilience, principle, and the pursuit of a safer, alcohol-free society
Ideal for readers of historical biographies and readers seeking insight into early temperance movements in Canada.