Note 1073 — Chapter IV · : DOCTRINES THAT OWE THEIR INSPIRATION TO CHRISTIANITY
R. (Robert) Richards translation
The Christian Socialist was preceded by another paper called Politics for the People, founded in 1848, which may be taken as the birthday of the movement. In any case the date is significant in view of the contemporary revolution in France.
It is only just to note that Channing, the American pastor, who died in 1842, was one of the pioneers. His writings on social questions are still read.
Those who wish for more information either on the history or on the other aspects of Social Christianity should consult the New Encyclopædia of Social Reform, published in America.