Divisions in the Society of Friends
Speakman, Thomas H.
Philadelphia: J. B. Lippincott Company, 1893. 112 pages; index; inscribed on the front endpaper, "Anna B. Dalmas with kind regards of The Author 11th Nov 12th 1895"; (From the Author's Preface): "...Loss has been sustained by Friends carrying the non-resistant principle so far as to suffer to go almost unrebuked the imperious deportment and defamatory imputations of their Orthodox brethren...All are liable to err, and all need corrective influences...Such are the sentiments which have prompted this essay..."; the author's "Preface to the Second Edition" states that "...the time has come for carrying out the intention entertained for several years of issuing another and larger edition, somewhat more aggressive in its tone....the additional matter will be embodied in this preface and will relate exclusively to Philadelphia Yearly Meeting...The original essay...was called forth by way of reply to an editorial article defamatory of Friends..." and going on to state some of the differences within this spiritual community; interesting historical, religious history for the Friends; original publishers green cloth binding, gilt spine titles and rules; some edge, tips wear and rubbing to the boards; very good condition. Very Good H (Item ID: 18677)
$45.00
