Publisher's Synopsis
In "An Appeal to the Public, On the Subject of the Riots in Birmingham," Joseph Priestley, a prominent scientist and theologian, addresses the widespread destruction of property and the personal attacks he and other religious dissenters faced during the Birmingham Riots of 1791. This work seeks to inform the public about the events, their causes, and their implications for religious and political freedom.
Included is a letter from W. Russell to the author, providing additional context and perspectives on the riots. Priestley's appeal offers insight into the social and political tensions of late 18th-century England, marked by religious intolerance and fear of radical ideas in the wake of the French Revolution. It remains a valuable historical document for understanding the dynamics of mob violence and the struggle for civil liberties.
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