Memoirs of the Rise, Progress and Persecutions of the People Called Quakers: In the North of Scotla

By John Barclay

Book Overview

Memoirs Of The Rise, Progress And Persecutions Of The People Called Quakers In The North Of Scotland is a historical account written by John Barclay. The book describes the history of the Quaker movement in the North of Scotland, from its origins to the time when the book was written. It covers the rise of the Quakers in the region, their beliefs and practices, and the persecution they faced from the authorities and the general public. The book provides a detailed account of the various forms of persecution that the Quakers endured, including imprisonment, fines, and physical abuse. It also includes personal accounts of Quakers who suffered persecution, as well as descriptions of the efforts made by the Quaker community to resist persecution and promote their beliefs. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Quaker movement in Scotland, and provides insight into the challenges faced by minority religious groups in the past.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: 116328713X
• ISBN13: 9781163287132
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 354 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"