Some Account Of The Rise Of The Society Of Friends In Cornwood, In Northumerland (1848)

""Som Account of the Rise of the Society of Friends in Cornwood, in Northumberland"" is a historical book written by George Richardson in 1848. The book provides a comprehensive account of the establishment and growth of the Society of Friends, also known as Quakers, in Cornwood, a village in Northumberland, England. The author explores the origins of the Quaker movement, the beliefs and practices of its members, and the challenges they faced in spreading their message.Richardson also delves into the social and political climate of the time, highlighting the persecution and discrimination faced by Quakers and other non-conformist groups. He describes the efforts of the Quaker community in Cornwood to establish their own meeting house and the obstacles they encountered along the way.The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Quaker movement in England and the challenges faced by religious minorities in the 17th and 18th centuries. It provides a fascinating insight into the beliefs and practices of the Quaker community in Cornwood, as well as the wider social and political context in which they lived. Overall, ""Some Account of the Rise of the Society of Friends in Cornwood, in Northumberland"" is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in religious history and the struggles of marginalized groups in society.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.