Quaker Writings Paperback - 2011
by Thomas D. Hamm (Editor); Introduction by Thomas D. Hamm
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An illuminating collection of work by members of the Religious Society of Friends. Covering nearly three centuries of religious development, this comprehensive anthology brings together writings from prominent Friends that illustrate the development of Quakerism, show the nature of Quaker spiritual life, discuss Quaker contributions to European and American civilization, and introduce the diverse community of Friends, some of whom are little remembered even among Quakers today. It gives a balanced overview of Quaker history, spanning the globe from its origins to missionary work, and explores daily life, beliefs, perspectives, movements within the community, and activism throughout the world. It is an exceptional contribution to contemporary understanding of religious thought.
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Details
- Title Quaker Writings
- Author Thomas D. Hamm (Editor); Introduction by Thomas D. Hamm
- Binding Paperback
- Edition Original
- Condition New
- Pages 400
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Penguin Publishing Group, New York
- Publication date 2011-01-25
- Features Bibliography, Price on Product - Canadian, Table of Contents
- Bookseller's Inventory # 9945463
- ISBN 9780143106319 / 0143106317
- Weight 0.58 lbs (0.26 kg)
- Dimensions 7.73 x 5.13 x 0.7 in (19.63 x 13.03 x 1.78 cm)
- Age range 18 to UP years
- Grade levels 13 - UP
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Themes
- Religious Orientation: Christian
- Category Religion - Church History
- Library of Congress subjects Society of Friends - History
- Library of Congress Catalogue Number 2010044561
- Dewey Decimal Code 289.609
- Quantity available 5
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Summary
Covering nearly three centuries of religious development, this comprehensive anthology brings together writings from prominent Friends that illustrate the development of Quakerism, show the nature of Quaker spiritual life, discuss Quaker contributions to European and American civilization, and introduce the diverse community of Friends, some of whom are little remembered even among Quakers today. It gives a balanced overview of Quaker history, spanning the globe from its origins to missionary work, and explores daily life, beliefs, perspectives, movements within the community, and activism throughout the world. It is an exceptional contribution to contemporary understanding of religious thought.
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- Library Journal, 03/01/2011, Page 80