Publisher's Synopsis
""Penelve; Or Among The Quakers: An American Story"" by Richard Henry Thomas is a novel that explores the life of a young man named Penelve who is raised in a Quaker community. The story follows Penelve as he navigates the challenges of growing up and finding his place in the world, all while staying true to his Quaker beliefs and values.Throughout the novel, Penelve is faced with a variety of conflicts and struggles, including his desire to pursue a career in the arts despite the disapproval of his community, his romantic relationships with women who are not Quakers, and his involvement in the abolitionist movement.As Penelve grapples with these issues, the reader is given a glimpse into the world of the Quakers, their beliefs and practices, and their contributions to American society. The novel also explores themes of identity, faith, and the tension between individuality and community.Overall, ""Penelve; Or Among The Quakers: An American Story"" is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on American history and culture through the eyes of a Quaker protagonist.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.
