The Temperance Movement and Its Workers, Vol. 3: A Record of Social, Moral, Religious, and Political Progress (Classic Reprint)

P. T. Winskill

ISBN 10: 0265085330 / ISBN 13: 9780265085332

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Temperance Movement and Its Workers, Vol. 3: A Record of Social, Moral, Religious, and Political Progress (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265085330
• ISBN 13: 9780265085332
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Acceptable

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Synopsis

This book chronicles the rise of the temperance movement in Great Britain from 1846-1850. It examines the role of prominent figures such as Edmund Thompson and Thomas Spencer, as well as the efforts of various organizations like the British Temperance Association and the United Kingdom Alliance. The book highlights the strategies employed by these pioneers, including public demonstrations, ministerial conferences, and the promotion of Band of Hope groups for children. It also explores the impact of the movement on religious institutions and the growing support for Sunday closing laws. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the temperance movement during this crucial period, shedding light on its origins, key players, and the challenges it faced.