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The Journal Of John Woolman

The Journal Of John Woolman

The Journal Of John Woolman

John Woolman

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2006
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781425487010
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The Journal of John Woolman is a collection of writings by the Quaker minister and abolitionist John Woolman. The book is a personal account of Woolman’s life, experiences, and spiritual journey, written in a diary format. Woolman was born in New Jersey in 1720 and lived during a time of great social and political upheaval in America. He was deeply committed to the Quaker faith and was a strong advocate for social justice, particularly in the area of slavery.Woolman’s journal covers a period of over thirty years, from 1756 to his death in 1772. It contains reflections on his travels, his interactions with other Quakers and non-Quakers, and his thoughts on various social and political issues of the day. One of the most significant themes of the journal is Woolman’s opposition to slavery, which he saw as a grave injustice that violated the principles of equality and human dignity.The Journal of John Woolman is considered a classic of American literature and a vital historical document of the Quaker movement and the early abolitionist movement in America. It provides a unique perspective on the social and political climate of the time and offers insights into the life and beliefs of one of America’s most influential Quaker leaders.The Definitive Edition Of The Great Quaker Classic Of American Literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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