John B. Finch: His Life And Work (1888) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437154733)

John B. Finch: His Life and Work is a biographical account of the life and achievements of John B. Finch, written by Frances E. Finch and published in 1888. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Finch's life, from his birth in New York in 1835 to his death in 1910. It describes his early years, including his education and his involvement in the temperance movement, as well as his later career as a lawyer and politician.The book also explores Finch's role in the Prohibition Party, which he helped to found in 1869. It details his efforts to promote the party's platform and his leadership in the fight against alcoholism and the liquor industry. Additionally, the book discusses Finch's contributions to the women's suffrage movement and his advocacy for the rights of African Americans.Throughout the book, Frances E. Finch provides insight into John B. Finch's character and personality, as well as his motivations and beliefs. She draws on a variety of sources, including personal letters and interviews with Finch's family and friends, to create a vivid and engaging portrait of this influential figure in American history.Overall, John B. Finch: His Life and Work is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the temperance and Prohibition movements, as well as the broader social and political context of the late 19th century.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.

Author: Frances E. Finch,Frank James Sibley
ISBN-10: 1437154735
ISBN-13: 9781437154733
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/01/2008
Pages: 592
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.72lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.20d