The Ramrod Broken: Or The Bible, History, And Common Sense In Favor Of The Moderate Use Of Good Spirituous Liquors (1859)

""The Ramrod Broken"" is a book written by a New England journalist in 1859 that argues in favor of the moderate use of good spirituous liquors. The author uses a combination of biblical quotes, historical references, and common sense arguments to support his case. He acknowledges the dangers of excessive drinking but argues that moderate consumption can have positive effects on physical and mental health, as well as social interactions. The author also addresses the temperance movement of the time, which advocated for complete abstinence from alcohol, and criticizes their extreme views. Overall, ""The Ramrod Broken"" is a thought-provoking and informative read for anyone interested in the history of alcohol consumption and the debates surrounding it in the 19th century.Showing The Advantage Of A License System In Preference To Prohibition, And Moral In Preference To Legal Suasion.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.