Alcohol and the New Age
"Alcohol and the New Age" explores the complex relationship between alcohol consumption, societal progress, and religious ethics during a transformative period in American history. Written by Deets Pickett, a prominent figure in the temperance movement, this work provides a rigorous examination of the social and moral challenges posed by alcohol in the early 20th century. Pickett frames the struggle for sobriety not merely as a personal choice but as a vital component of the "New Age," an era characterized by industrial advancement and a heightened sense of social responsibility.
The book delves into the economic, physical, and spiritual consequences of drink, offering a perspective deeply rooted in the Christian social gospel. It serves as an essential primary source for understanding the ideological foundations of the Prohibition era and the Methodist Church's influential role in shaping public policy and moral standards. By analyzing the intersection of faith, law, and social welfare, Pickett presents a compelling case for the necessity of temperance in building a stable and prosperous society. Readers interested in the history of social reform, the sociology of religion, and the American Prohibition movement will find "Alcohol and the New Age" to be an illuminating and historically significant study.
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