This book provides a detailed exploration of the religious objections to balls and dancing parties in the 19th century. It covers the biblical basis for these objections, the views of prominent Catholic and Protestant theologians, and the social and cultural factors that contributed to the opposition to balls and dancing parties. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the relationship between religion and culture in the 19th century.

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