A Memoir Of The Very Rev. Theobald Mathew

The life of charismatic Irish priest and temperance advocate Theobald Mathew is recounted in this fascinating memoir by James Birmingham. Birmingham chronicles Mathew's tireless efforts to promote sobriety and social justice in Ireland and abroad, while also providing a rich portrait of Irish Catholic life in the 19th century. With its insights into religious and social history, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish culture or the history of temperance movements.
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