Women Torch-Bearers: The Story of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union - Paperback

by Elizabeth Putnam Gordon (Author)

Women Torch-Bearers: The Story of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union is a historical account of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union (WCTU), an organization founded in 1874 that advocated for the prohibition of alcohol and other social reforms. The book, written by Elizabeth Putnam Gordon, chronicles the history of the WCTU and the women who led the organization, including its founder, Frances Willard. The book begins by providing background information on the social and political climate of the late 19th century, including the rise of the temperance movement and the push for women's suffrage. It then delves into the founding of the WCTU and its early years, highlighting the organization's efforts to promote temperance and improve the lives of women and children. Throughout the book, Gordon emphasizes the important role that women played in the WCTU, both as leaders and as grassroots activists. She also explores the challenges that the organization faced, including opposition from the alcohol industry and resistance from some members of society who viewed the WCTU's goals as radical. The book concludes with an examination of the legacy of the WCTU, including its impact on the temperance movement, women's suffrage, and other social reforms. It also highlights the ongoing work of the organization today. Overall, Women Torch-Bearers provides a comprehensive and engaging account of the history of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union and the women who helped shape it. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of social reform movements in the United States.1924. Contents: The Woman's Crusade; Mobilization and Organization; The Fight for a Clear Brain; The World's Woman's Christian Temperance Union; Legislative Achievements; Patriotism and War Prohibition; The Eighteenth Amendment; Allegiance to the Constitution; The Nineteenth Amendment; Our Golden Jubilee; and A Golden History; A Golden Prophecy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.