The Life of George Fox

The Life of George Fox by Samuel M. Janney is a comprehensive biography of the famous English religious leader and founder of the Quaker movement, George Fox. The book covers the life of Fox from his birth in 1624 to his death in 1691, detailing his upbringing, spiritual awakening, and the development of his religious beliefs. Janney delves into Fox's travels throughout England and the American colonies, his preaching and teachings, and his relationships with other important figures in the Quaker movement. The book also explores the social and political context of Fox's time, including the English Civil War, the Restoration, and the persecution of religious dissenters. Through extensive research and primary sources, Janney provides a nuanced and detailed portrait of Fox's life and legacy, highlighting his contributions to the development of Quakerism and his impact on religious and social history. Overall, The Life of George Fox is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Quakerism and the life of one of its most important figures.1853. With dissertations on his views concerning the doctrines, testimonies and discipline of the Christian Church. The life of George Fox is a subject of interest, not only to the devout Christian, but to the student of general history. To the former, he appears as an instructive example of the inward or spiritual life; to the latter, as one of the most efficient instruments in the cause of religious and civil liberty. Janney's design is to present the most important and interesting incidents of Fox's life.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.