The True William Penn is a biography of the famous Quaker leader and founder of Pennsylvania, William Penn, written by Sydney George Fisher. The book delves into Penn's life, from his privileged upbringing in England to his conversion to Quakerism and subsequent persecution for his beliefs. Fisher explores Penn's role as a political activist and his efforts to establish a colony in America where religious freedom and tolerance were central values. The book also examines Penn's personal life, including his relationships with ...
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The True William Penn is a biography of the famous Quaker leader and founder of Pennsylvania, William Penn, written by Sydney George Fisher. The book delves into Penn's life, from his privileged upbringing in England to his conversion to Quakerism and subsequent persecution for his beliefs. Fisher explores Penn's role as a political activist and his efforts to establish a colony in America where religious freedom and tolerance were central values. The book also examines Penn's personal life, including his relationships with his family and friends, and his legacy as a champion of human rights and democracy. Through extensive research and analysis, Fisher presents a comprehensive and nuanced portrait of William Penn, shedding light on both his accomplishments and his flaws, and placing him within the context of his time. Overall, The True William Penn is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of colonial America and the Quaker movement.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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