
The Beautiful Soul of John Woolman, Apostle of Abolition
Thomas P. Slaughter(Author)
Hill & Wang Inc.,U.S. (Publisher)
Published on 13. October 2009
Book
Paperback/Softback
464 pages
978-0-8090-2848-1 (ISBN)
Description
John Woolman was one of the most significant Americans of the eighteenth century, though he was not a famous politician, general, scientist, or man of letters, and he never held public office. This superb book makes it clear why he mattered so much. A humble tailor known at first only to the Quakers who encountered him at meetings in New Jersey, Philadelphia, and New England, Woolman became a prophetic voice for the entire Anglo-American world when he spoke out against the evils of slavery. Thomas P. Slaughter's deft, dramatic narrative suggests how it was that the mystic Woolman became an unforgettable public figure, his gospel infused with a benign confidence that ordinary people could achieve spiritual perfection. Placing Woolman in the full context of his times, Slaughter paints the portrait of a hero - and not just for the Quakers, social reformers, labour organizers, socialists, and peace advocates who have long admired him.
Reviews / Votes
"A masterful biography... Any understanding of the history of social reform in America beings with Woolman, and understanding Woolman starts here." - Kirkus - Starred Review."More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Illustrations
5 black/white illustrations, 3 maps/notes
Dimensions
Height: 210 mm
Width: 140 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-8090-2848-1 (9780809028481)
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