The Friendly Society Movement: Its Origin, Rise, and Growth; Its Social, Moral

John Frome Wilkinson

ISBN 10: 1330030753 / ISBN 13: 9781330030752

Published by Forgotten Books, 2024

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Print on Demand. This book documents the origins and growth of affiliated friendly societies, tracing their roots back to the 18th century. The author, a financial member of the Manchester Unity of Oddfellows, provides a unique perspective on the social, moral, and educational influences of these organizations. The book explores the history of the Manchester Unity and other societies, including the Ancient Order of Foresters, Ancient Order of Shepherds, Order of Druids, and Ancient Order of Romans, highlighting their financial principles, membership structure, and contributions to community welfare. Through a meticulous examination of parliamentary reports, society returns, and historical documents, the author sheds light on the importance of these societies in providing financial security, fostering a sense of brotherhood, and promoting social reform. The book's insights into the history and impact of friendly societies will captivate readers interested in social history, the development of the welfare state, and the role of voluntary organizations in shaping communities. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Friendly Society Movement: Its Origin, Rise, and Growth; Its Social, Moral
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330030753
• ISBN 13: 9781330030752
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
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This book documents the origins and growth of affiliated friendly societies, tracing their roots back to the 18th century. The author, a financial member of the Manchester Unity of Oddfellows, provides a unique perspective on the social, moral, and educational influences of these organizations. The book explores the history of the Manchester Unity and other societies, including the Ancient Order of Foresters, Ancient Order of Shepherds, Order of Druids, and Ancient Order of Romans, highlighting their financial principles, membership structure, and contributions to community welfare. Through a meticulous examination of parliamentary reports, society returns, and historical documents, the author sheds light on the importance of these societies in providing financial security, fostering a sense of brotherhood, and promoting social reform. The book's insights into the history and impact of friendly societies will captivate readers interested in social history, the development of the welfare state, and the role of voluntary organizations in shaping communities.