The Journal Of John Woolman And His Death

By John Woolman

Book Overview

The Journal of John Woolman and His Death is a collection of autobiographical writings by John Woolman, an 18th-century Quaker minister and abolitionist. The book is divided into two parts: the first part is Woolman's journal, which he began writing in 1756 and continued until his death in 1772. In his journal, Woolman reflects on his spiritual journey, his travels as a Quaker minister, and his opposition to slavery.The second part of the book is a collection of writings by Woolman's contemporaries about his life and death. These include eulogies, letters, and essays that offer insight into Woolman's impact on the Quaker community and the wider abolitionist movement.Throughout the book, Woolman's deep commitment to social justice and his unwavering faith in God are evident. His journal entries offer a unique perspective on life in 18th-century America, while the writings of his friends and colleagues provide a broader context for his work and legacy.The Journal of John Woolman and His Death is an important historical document that sheds light on the life and work of one of America's earliest abolitionists and social justice advocates. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Quaker movement, the abolition of slavery, and the struggle for human rights.THIS 160 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin, Journal of John Woolman, Fruits of Solitude: V1 Harvard Classics, by John Woolman. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766182088.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: 1425465021
• ISBN13: 9781425465025
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"