John Woolman (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A Quiet Conviction: The life of a man who spoke for the oppressed

This biography examines the life, faith, and moral witness of John Woolman, a friend who challenged slavery with quiet, steady action. It follows his journeys, his inner reflections, and the practical steps he urged the Society of Friends to take to end the slave trade and slaveholding.

The book invites readers to see how one person’s conscience shaped a wider social impact. It highlights Woolman’s resolve in the face of hardship, his tenderness toward others, and his belief that true freedom comes from living out one’s principles.

• Understand Woolman’s spiritual approach to justice and how it informed his anti-slavery work
• Explore his travels, trials, and the quiet power of personal integrity
• See the balance of inner struggle and public action that guided his lifework
• Learn how his writings and example influenced early humanitarian efforts

Ideal for readers of religious history, moral philosophy, and abolition-era biography, this edition makes Woolman’s legacy accessible to a broad audience.

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