The History Of Thomas Ellwood Written By Himself

The History Of Thomas Ellwood Written By Himself is an autobiographical account of the life of Thomas Ellwood, a Quaker writer and poet who lived in England during the 17th century. Ellwood was a close friend of the famous writer John Milton, and his memoirs provide a unique insight into the life and times of the Puritan and Quaker movements of the period.In this book, Ellwood recounts his childhood, his conversion to Quakerism, and his experiences as a member of the Quaker community in England. He also describes his interactions with other notable figures of the era, including Oliver Cromwell, George Fox, and William Penn.The book is written in a straightforward, conversational style that makes it accessible to readers of all backgrounds. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the religious and political upheavals of 17th century England, as well as the personal struggles and triumphs of one man's journey through life.Overall, The History Of Thomas Ellwood Written By Himself is a valuable historical document and an engaging read for anyone interested in the history of Quakerism, Puritanism, or 17th century England.I, who knew how it stood with me better than he did, felt a weight come over me as soon as he had spoken the word; for I presently saw it would bring a very great exercise upon me. But having never resisted his will in anything that was lawful, as this was, I attempted not to make any excuse, but ordering a horse to be ready for me early in the morning, I went to bed, having great strugglings in my breast.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.