Pitmen Preachers and Politics
“Pitmen Preachers and Politics” by Robert Moore, published by Cambridge University Press on September 27, 1979, is a scholarly examination of four Durham mining villages from 1870 to 1926. This edition, comprising 308 pages, delves into the influence of Methodism on the political dynamics of these communities during a significant period in trade union and political history.
Readers will find a detailed study that combines firsthand accounts from the author’s experiences living within the community with rigorous academic research. The book explores the intersection of religion and politics, shedding light on how Methodism shaped the villagers’ political life. Through this work, Moore contributes to the broader understanding of social history in Great Britain, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the historical context of religion and politics in Europe.
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A study of four Durham mining villages in the period 1870 to 1926 which examines the effects of Methodism on the political life of the villages during an especially important phase of trade union and political history. Professor Moore’s research is both vivid and scholarly. He lived in the community, he can report first-hand on the villagers he talked with, and at the same time he produces an ambitious contribution to the social sciences.
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