William Penn's Holy Experiment In Civil Government

By Benjamin Franklin Trueblood

Book Overview

William Penn's Holy Experiment in Civil Government is a book written by Benjamin F. Trueblood that explores the life and legacy of William Penn, the founder of Pennsylvania. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Penn's religious and political beliefs, and how they influenced his vision for a new kind of government in the American colonies. Trueblood delves into Penn's Quaker faith and how it shaped his ideas about equality, justice, and religious freedom. He also examines Penn's efforts to establish a government that was based on these principles, including his famous Frame of Government, which served as the blueprint for Pennsylvania's constitution. The book also explores the challenges that Penn faced in implementing his ideas, including conflicts with neighboring colonies and tensions within the Quaker community. Trueblood provides a nuanced and detailed account of Penn's life and work, drawing on primary sources and historical records to paint a vivid picture of this important figure in American history. Overall, William Penn's Holy Experiment in Civil Government is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of colonial America, the Quaker faith, or the evolution of democratic government in the United States.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: 1430462353
• ISBN13: 9781430462354
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 26 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"