Publisher's Synopsis
""Sowing and Reaping: A Temperance Story"" is a novel written by Frances Ellen Watkins Harper. The story revolves around the life of a young girl named Vine, who is raised in a poor family. Despite her difficult circumstances, Vine is determined to make a better life for herself and her family. She is encouraged by her mother to pursue her education and to avoid the pitfalls of alcohol and other vices that have plagued her community.As Vine grows older, she becomes involved in the temperance movement, which seeks to promote abstinence from alcohol and other harmful substances. She becomes a passionate advocate for the cause, speaking out against the dangers of alcohol and the harm it causes to families and communities.Throughout the novel, Vine faces many challenges and obstacles, including poverty, discrimination, and violence. However, she remains steadfast in her commitment to the temperance movement and to making a positive difference in the world.""Sowing and Reaping: A Temperance Story"" is a powerful and inspiring novel that explores the themes of perseverance, determination, and social justice. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the temperance movement and the struggle for social change in America.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.
