Memoir Of Philip And Rachel Price

By Eli Kirk Price

Book Overview

The Memoir of Philip and Rachel Price is a book written by Eli K. Price that chronicles the lives of Philip and Rachel Price, a couple who played a significant role in the early history of the United States. The book is a detailed account of their lives, from their childhoods to their courtship, marriage, and their contributions to the American Revolution.The book begins with a brief overview of Philip and Rachel's family backgrounds and early years. It then goes on to detail their courtship and eventual marriage, which was a significant event in the Quaker community in which they lived. The Prices were known for their strong religious convictions and their commitment to social justice, and the book explores how these values influenced their lives and actions.The bulk of the book focuses on the Prices' involvement in the American Revolution. Philip was a member of the Continental Congress and played a key role in the drafting of the Declaration of Independence. Rachel, meanwhile, was a vocal supporter of the Patriot cause and worked tirelessly to support the troops and care for wounded soldiers.Throughout the book, Eli K. Price draws on a wide range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and other historical documents, to provide a vivid and detailed portrait of Philip and Rachel Price and their times. The Memoir of Philip and Rachel Price is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American Revolution, as well as for those interested in the lives of two remarkable individuals who helped shape that history.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: 1432504355
• ISBN13: 9781432504359
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 196 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"