The National Purity Congress: Its Papers, Addresses, Portraits (1896)

By Aaron Powell

Book Overview

The National Purity Congress: Its Papers, Addresses, Portraits (1896) is a historical book written by Aaron Macy Powell. It is a compilation of papers, speeches, and portraits presented at the National Purity Congress held in Chicago in 1895. The Congress was organized to address the issue of social purity and to promote moral and ethical behavior in society. The book contains a variety of topics related to social purity, including the dangers of prostitution, the role of religion in promoting purity, and the importance of education in shaping moral character. The speeches and papers are presented in their original form, providing a glimpse into the social and cultural attitudes of the time. The book also includes portraits of prominent speakers and attendees of the Congress, adding a visual element to the historical record. Overall, The National Purity Congress: Its Papers, Addresses, Portraits (1896) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of social reform movements in 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116561359X
• ISBN13: 9781165613595
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 476 Pages
• Weight: 1.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"