The Quaker Colonies: A Chronicle of the Proprietors of the Delaware by Fisher

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Author Fisher, Sydney George, 1856-1927
Editor Johnson, Allen, 1870-1931
Title The Quaker Colonies: A Chronicle of the Proprietors of the Delaware
Original Publication New Haven : Yale University Press, 1919
Series Title Chronicles of America series; v. 08
Credits Produced by The James J. Kelly Library of St. Gregory's
University, Alev Akman, and David Widger
Summary "The Quaker Colonies: A Chronicle of the Proprietors of the Delaware" by Sydney G. Fisher is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the founding and development of Pennsylvania and other Quaker settlements along the Delaware River, chronicling the lives of key figures such as William Penn and the unique social and political structures established by the Quakers. It explores themes of religious freedom, governance, and the interactions between settlers and Indigenous peoples. The opening of the book introduces William Penn as a central figure in the establishment of Quaker colonies, starting with his early life as a student at Oxford, where he became involved with the Quaker faith. It describes the oppressive environment the Quakers faced in England, which drove many, including Penn, to seek a new home in America, resulting in discussions about establishing a colony on the Delaware. The text examines the religious and philosophical foundations of Quakerism and its commitment to peace and social reform. It sets the stage for Penn's later endeavors to secure land and governance appropriate to Quaker ideals, thereby laying the groundwork for understanding the intricacies of Quaker society in Pennsylvania and the challenges they faced. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E186: History: America: Colonial History (1607-1775)
Subject Pennsylvania -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775
Subject New Jersey -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775
Subject Delaware -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775
Category Text
EBook-No. 3043
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Mar 18, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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