An Introduction to Quakerism

by Pink Dandelion

Book Overview

This is a comprehensive introduction to Quakerism which balances a history of the theology of the Quakers or Friends with an overview of present day practice. It charts the growth of the Quaker movement through the 1650s and 1660s, its different theological emphasis in the eighteenth century, and the schisms of the nineteenth century which resulted in the range of Quaker traditions found around the world today. The book focuses in particular on notions...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 052160088X
• ISBN13: 9780521600880
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 294 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.3" x 8.9"