The Quaker in the Forum

By Amelia Mott Gummere

Book Overview

The Quaker in the Forum is a book written by Amelia Mott Gummere that explores the life and work of her grandfather, Lindley Murray Moore. Moore was a Quaker who lived in the 19th century and was known for his advocacy for peace and social justice. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Moore's life and the second part examining his writings and speeches.Throughout the book, Gummere provides a detailed account of Moore's upbringing, education, and involvement in various social and political movements of his time. She also highlights his contributions to the Quaker community, including his work as a teacher, writer, and advocate for peace.The second part of the book features a collection of Moore's writings on topics such as slavery, war, and education. Gummere provides context for each of these works and offers insights into Moore's views on these important issues.Overall, The Quaker in the Forum provides a comprehensive look at the life and work of Lindley Murray Moore, offering readers a glimpse into the world of a Quaker activist and thinker during a critical time in American 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: 1419149687
• ISBN13: 9781419149689
• Release Date: March 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 372 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"