The Somerby Family: A Total Abstinence Tale

By John S. Murphy

Book Overview

The Somerby Family: A Total Abstinence Tale (1842) is a novel written by John S. Murphy. The story revolves around the Somerby family, who are struggling with alcoholism and its devastating effects. The patriarch of the family, Mr. Somerby, is a heavy drinker, which leads to financial and emotional problems for the family. The novel highlights the negative impact of alcoholism on individuals and families, and promotes total abstinence as the solution to this problem. The Somerby Family: A Total Abstinence Tale is a cautionary tale that aims to educate readers about the dangers of alcohol and the importance of sobriety. The book was written in the mid-19th century, a time when alcoholism was rampant in society. It is a reflection of the temperance movement, which was a social movement that aimed to promote abstinence from alcohol. The novel is written in a simple and straightforward style, with a clear moral message that is still relevant today. Overall, The Somerby Family: A Total Abstinence Tale is a thought-provoking novel that sheds light on the devastating effects of alcoholism and the importance of sobriety. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the temperance movement and the social issues of the 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: 1120929032
• ISBN13: 9781120929037
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 118 Pages
• Weight: 0.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"