Anthony Benezet: From The Original Memoir (1859)

By Anthony Benezet

Book Overview

Anthony Benezet: From The Original Memoir (1859) is a book that presents the life story of Anthony Benezet, a prominent Quaker abolitionist and educator who lived in the 18th century. The book is based on Benezet's own memoir, which was published posthumously in 1859.The memoir covers Benezet's life from his birth in 1713 to his death in 1784. Benezet was born in France but spent most of his life in Philadelphia, where he became a leading figure in the Quaker community. He was a strong advocate for the abolition of slavery and worked tirelessly to promote education and social justice.The book provides a detailed account of Benezet's life, including his childhood in France, his move to America, and his involvement in the Quaker community. It also covers his work as a teacher and his efforts to promote education among African Americans and Native Americans.Throughout the book, Benezet's strong moral convictions and commitment to social justice are evident. He was a tireless advocate for the rights of marginalized groups and worked to promote equality and justice for all.Overall, Anthony Benezet: From The Original Memoir (1859) is a fascinating and inspiring account of the life of a remarkable man who dedicated his life to the pursuit of justice and equality. It offers valuable insights into the history of the Quaker community and the fight against slavery and discrimination in America.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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436905400
• ISBN13: 9781436905404
• Release Date: August 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"