Life And Adventures Of Israel Ralph Potter, 1744-1826 (1911)

By Potter Israel

Book Overview

The book ""Life And Adventures Of Israel Ralph Potter, 1744-1826"" is a biographical account of the life of Israel Ralph Potter, written by the man himself. Potter was born in 1744 in Rhode Island and grew up in a family of Quakers. He eventually became a sailor and traveled the world, encountering many different cultures and people along the way.The book chronicles Potter's adventures at sea, including his experiences as a privateer during the American Revolution. It also covers his time spent as a prisoner of war in England and his eventual release and return to America. Potter's life after the war is also explored, including his work as a farmer and his involvement in the abolitionist movement.Throughout the book, Potter reflects on his Quaker upbringing and how it influenced his life and decisions. He also discusses his thoughts on religion, politics, and society in general.Overall, ""Life And Adventures Of Israel Ralph Potter, 1744-1826"" provides a unique perspective on life in colonial America and the early years of the United States. It offers a firsthand account of the American Revolution and the experiences of a sailor during this time period. Additionally, it provides insight into the Quaker faith and the abolitionist movement, making it a valuable historical document for those interested in these topics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library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: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163960535
• ISBN13: 9781163960530
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"