Publisher's Synopsis
""Early Cumberland and Westmorland Friends"" is a book written by Richard Saul Ferguson and published in 1871. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of early members of the Society of Friends in Cumberland and Westmorland counties in England. The Society of Friends, also known as Quakers, is a religious group that was founded in the 17th century. The book provides a glimpse into the lives of these early Quaker settlers, their beliefs, and their contributions to the development of the Quaker community in the region. The biographical sketches cover a range of topics, including the early history of Quakerism in the area, the struggles and persecution faced by the early Quaker settlers, and the role of Quaker women in the community. The book is an important historical document that provides insight into the early history of Quakerism in Cumberland and Westmorland counties, and the lives of the people who helped shape the Quaker community in the region.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.
