Memoir of James Backhouse

by Backhouse Sarah 1803-1877

Book Overview

This memoir traces the life of James Backhouse, an English Quaker who in the early 19th century travelled on exploratory missions to Australia, New Zealand and the Americas. It provides a unique perspective on the social, economic, and political conditions of the colonial societies that he visited, and offers insights into the Quaker faith and practice. Readers interested in Quaker history or colonial history will appreciate this richly detailed...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1021226750
• ISBN13: 9781021226754
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"