A Campaigner At Home (1865)

By John Skelton and John Skelton

Book Overview

""A Campaigner At Home"" is a memoir written by John Skelton and published in 1865. The book is a personal account of Skelton's experiences as a political campaigner in the mid-19th century. Skelton was a prominent figure in the Chartist movement, which sought to expand voting rights and political representation to the working classes in Britain.The book provides a detailed look at the political climate of the time, as well as the strategies and tactics used by campaigners to promote their cause. Skelton also discusses the challenges and obstacles faced by those involved in political activism, including government repression and public hostility.In addition to its historical significance, ""A Campaigner At Home"" is also a valuable source of insight into the personal life of a political activist. Skelton writes candidly about his relationships with family and friends, as well as his own struggles with poverty and illness.Overall, ""A Campaigner At Home"" offers a unique perspective on the social and political upheavals of the mid-19th century, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a dedicated political campaigner.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164518283
• ISBN13: 9781164518280
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 386 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"