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Excerpt from The Quaker Colonies: A Chronicle of the Proprietors of the Delaware In 1661, the year after Charles II was restored to the throne of England, William Penn was a seven-teen-year-old student at Christ Church, Oxford. His father, a distinguished admiral in high favor at Court, had abandoned his erstwhile friends and had aided in restoring King Charlie to his own again. Young William was associating with the sons of the aristocracy and was receiving an education which would fit him to obtain preferment at Court. But there was a serious vein in him, and while at a high church Oxford College he was surreptitiously attending the meetings and listening to the preaching of the despised and outlawed Quakers. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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The first law against the Quakers in Massachu setts was passed in 1656, and between that date and 1660 four of the sect were hanged, one of them a woman, Mary Dyer. Though there were no other hangings, many Quakers were punished by whipping and banishment. In other colonies, notably New York, fines and banishment were not uncommon. Such treatment forced the Quakers, against the will of many of them, to seek a tract of land and found a colony of their own. T 0 such a course there appeared no alternative, unless they were determined to establish their religion solely by martyrdom.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2020
- ISBN 10 1331159393
- ISBN 13 9781331159391
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages264
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the founding principles of Pennsylvania, a colony established by William Penn in 1681 as a refuge for Quakers and other persecuted religious minorities. Penn envisioned the colony as a "Holy Experiment" in which religious freedom, peace, and social justice would prevail. The book delves into the historical context of Pennsylvania's founding, exploring the religious turmoil and political strife that shaped the era. It analyzes Penn's ideas and the challenges he faced in establishing a Quaker colony amidst rival European powers and Native American tribes. The author traces the development of Pennsylvania's unique government, its liberal laws, and its commitment to education and social welfare. Through detailed research and engaging storytelling, the book provides insights into the Quaker faith, its impact on Pennsylvania's founding, and its legacy in American history. The author examines the struggles and triumphs of the early Quaker settlers, their interactions with other religious groups, and their role in shaping the colony's social and economic landscape. Overall, this book offers a comprehensive and nuanced account of the founding of Pennsylvania, highlighting the ideals, challenges, and enduring significance of this unique experiment in religious and political freedom. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331159391_0
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