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Title |
William Penn, Architect of a Nation. |
Author |
Trussell, John B. B. |
Call# |
974.802 Tru |
Summary |
Boldly conceived by William Penn to embody the purest beliefs of western culture, to rest upon the highest principles of English law, and to uphold Quaker convictions that argued essential freedoms, the establishment of Pennsylvania was his great, enduring work. Notwithstanding the gains made in popular government and personal freedom, and the welcome extended to a diversity of peoples by his Province, deep disharmonies marred the "Holy Experiment." This book is, most likely, the best short account of the great 17th century Quaker, whose vision anticipated "the most fundamental guiding principles of an entire nation." [back cover] |
Accession number |
2015.110 |
Published Date |
1990 |
Subjects |
Penn, William, 1644-1718 Pioneers --Pennsylvania --Biography Quakers --Biography Pennsylvania --History --Colonial Period, ca. 1600-1775 |
Physical Description |
[4],76 pages. Illustrations, ports. 23 cm. Bibliography, page 72; Index, pages 73-76. Paperback. |
Catalog Number |
2015.110.1 |
Published Place |
Harrisburg, Pa. |
Publisher |
Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission |
Object Name |
Book |