The Naresborough Victory - A Story In Five Parts (Prize Temperance Tale)
By The Rev. T. Keyworth
With Illustrations
Published by T. Nelson And Sons: London & Edinburgh 1888
"The Knaresborough Victory by the Rev. T. Keyworth is a 19th-century moral tale set in the market town of Knaresborough, weaving together themes of temperance, perseverance, and community reform. Through a cast of working-class and small-town characters, the story depicts the struggles caused by alcohol abuse and the social ills it brings to families and neighbourhoods. Against this backdrop, a local campaign for sobriety gathers momentum, showing how ordinary people — through conviction, mutual support, and moral resolve — can confront destructive habits and bring about lasting change. The "victory" of the title reflects both personal triumphs over temptation and the collective improvement of the town.
Illustrated to make the story vivid for readers of all ages, the book carries a clear moral purpose, characteristic of its religious and reformist origins. Keyworth presents the temperance cause not as a dry moral rule, but as a pathway to restored dignity, healthier families, and stronger communities, linking it to Christian principles of self-control and service. Published by T. Nelson and Sons, The Knaresborough Victory stands as both a work of moral fiction and a piece of social advocacy, reflecting the Victorian belief in literature as a tool for personal and societal improvement."
Minor wear and fading to covers and spine now protected with clear mylar sleeve. Lovely prize plate. Pages clean with subtle age toning. No loose pages. Book presents well and is in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
