Penulis: J. Ewing Ritchie

J. Ewing Ritchie was a prolific British author and journalist, notable for his engagement in social reform and keen observations of Victorian society. Born in the early 19th century, Ritchie crafted a literary career that spanned several decades, during which he wrote extensively on politics, travel, and the social issues of his day, capturing the transformation of British society. He is remembered for his incisive commentaries on temperance and the often contentious subject of Sunday trading laws, a topic he explored thoroughly in his work “The New Sunday Liquor Law Vindicated”. With a clear and accessible writing style, Ritchie endeavored to use his literary talents to promote social change and public morality. While his name may not be as renowned as some of his contemporaries, Ritchie”s contributions to Victorian literature and progressive thought continue to be of interest to scholars studying the period. His commitment to addressing the pressing issues of his time through journalism and literature ensured that his voice was an influential one in discussions around public policy and social betterment.