A Sect That Moved The World

""A Sect That Moved The World: Three Generations Of Clapham Saints And Philanthropists"" by John Telford is a comprehensive account of the Clapham Sect, a group of evangelical Christians who were active in the late 18th and early 19th centuries in the United Kingdom. The book traces the history of the Clapham Sect from its origins in the late 1700s to its influence on social reform movements in the 19th century.The Clapham Sect was a group of wealthy and influential individuals who were committed to using their resources and influence to promote social reform and philanthropy. They were involved in a wide range of causes, including the abolition of the slave trade, prison reform, and the promotion of missionary work.The book focuses on three generations of the Clapham Saints, beginning with the founding members of the group, including William Wilberforce, who played a key role in the abolition of the slave trade. It then moves on to the second generation, including Thomas Fowell Buxton, who continued the work of his predecessors and was instrumental in the passage of the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833.Finally, the book examines the third generation of the Clapham Saints, including Henry Venn and his son John Venn, who continued to promote social reform and philanthropy in the 19th century.Throughout the book, Telford provides a detailed account of the Clapham Sect's activities, including their political and social campaigns, their involvement in missionary work, and their personal relationships and friendships. He also explores the religious beliefs and motivations of the Clapham Saints, and how these beliefs influenced their work.Overall, ""A Sect That Moved The World"" is an insightful and engaging account of the Clapham Sect and their impact on social reform and philanthropy in the United Kingdom. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of social reform movements and the role of religion in promoting social change.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.