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A BOOK OF - QUAKER SAINTS
BY - L. V. HODGKIN - (Mrs. JOHN HOLDSWORTH)
ILLUSTRATED BY - F. CAYLEY-ROBINSON, A.R.A.
A TALK ABOUT SAINTS
I. 'STIFF AS A TREE, PURE AS A BELL'
II. 'PURE FOY, MA JOYE'
III. THE ANGEL OF BEVERLEY
IV. TAMING THE TIGER
V. 'THE MAN IN LEATHER BREECHES'
The collection brings to life a handful of early Quaker figures, painting their journeys against the turbulent backdrop of the English Civil Wars. Each sketch is crafted for a young audience that already knows a little about the clash between King and Parliament, allowing the focus to remain on the personal awakenings that shaped the movement.
Narrated with a gentle blend of fact and imagination, the stories reveal how the “inner light” guided these believers through persecution, imprisonment and, at times, martyrdom—though the harsher details are softened for younger ears. The author weaves contemporary journal entries and imagined conversations together, creating vivid scenes that feel both authentic and accessible.
Beyond the historical setting, the book invites listeners to contemplate courage, conviction and the ripple effect of a single soul’s transformation. It offers a thoughtful glimpse into a religious tradition while encouraging reflection on the enduring power of compassion and truth.
Language
en
Duration
~13 hours (771K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2006-10-22
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
1869–1954
Known for bringing Quaker history to life for general readers, this English writer blended careful research with a warm, approachable style. Her best-known book, A Book of Quaker Saints, helped preserve the stories of notable Friends for later generations.
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