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Quakers and Literature: Quaker Perspectives is Volume 3 of the Friends Association for Higher Education's "Quakers & the Disciplines" series. For the majority of the more than 350 years of the Society of Friends, Quakers regularly denounced imaginative literature and the arts as at best frivolous and at worst morally depraved. A fundamental friction seems to lie between the Quaker testimonies of simplicity and integrity and the carnivalesque spirit that infuses artistic representation. The essays in this book, however, engage that tension and carefully consider questions surrounding the relationship between Quakerism and the literary, in its multiple forms. From considerations of early Quaker spiritual writings to explorations of Quaker novelists and poets, from historical examinations of literature and peace movements to pedagogical discussions about teaching drama and memoir in a Quakerly manner, the essays in this volume ponder the complex nexus of Quakerism and imaginative literature. These wide-ranging articles address the spiritual, poetic, fictional, and autobiographical work of writers like John Woolman, Mary Neale, Susanna Morris, Virginia Woolf, Jessamyn West, Thomas Kelly, Helen Morgan Brooks, Joan Slonczewski, Rex Stout, Mohandas Gandhi, Dorothy Day, and Marian Wright Edelman. Taken together, the essays suggest that Quakers have a particularly valuable vantage point from which to comprehend the ethical import of such texts. Royalties from Quakers and Literature (Q&D 3), Befriending Truth (Q&D 2), Quaker Perspectives in Higher Education (Q&D 1), and all other books in the "Quakers & the Disciplines" series, will accrue to support the Friends Association for Higher Education's ongoing publishing efforts.

For over 350 years, Quakers (members of the Religious Society of Friends) have offered unapologetic prophetic witness to the formation of public policy and to scholarly discourse in political science and economics. This volume offers 18 new essays on aspects of that engagement, with topics including: - Religion as not just a private commitment but also a public witness. - Explorations of the moral dimensions of economic and political life. - Exemplary thought and practice in the lives of individual Quakers. - The blend of service, advocacy, and activism experienced by Friends. - The role of faith in defining and building a just social order. - The efforts of Quaker organizations and movements to bring about political and economic reforms. - Visions of constructive and compassionate ways to address global challenges and crises. The combination of essays and queries is designed to make the book serviceable within classroom and discussion settings and useful to scholars crossing disciplinary boundaries. "Most people associate Quakers with peace; fewer know the breadth of how we as Friends have practiced our faith from an economic perspective. Simplicity and integrity, of course; but this important volume--Quakers, Politics, and Economics--offers a deeper and more nuanced understanding of the historical, intellectual, environmental, political and spiritual wholeness of economic life. As we confront the cultural and social shifts of our global society that hungers for peace and justice, the economic choices we make in public policy will have significant impact on the welfare of the planet and people throughout the world. This eclectic collection of essays offers the reader material for both thoughtful discussion and spiritual reflection." Diane Randall, Executive Secretary Friends Committee on National Legislation

Quakers, Business and Industry is Volume 4 of the Friends Association for Higher Education's "Quakers & the Disciplines" series. This books focuses on the much vaunted reputation of Quakers in business and industry. It interrogates some of the myths about Quaker success and their reasons for engaging in commerce, offers case studies of key areas of business, and highlights some of the pioneers of industry. This volume also helps theorise key Quaker understandings of wealth-creation and explores some of the shifting patterns and possibilities that have emerged in the last century and a half. Royalties from Quakers, Business and Industry (Q&D 4), Quakers and Literature (Q&D 3), Befriending Truth (Q&D 2), Quaker Perspectives in Higher Education (Q&D 1), and all other books in the "Quakers & the Disciplines" series, will accrue to support the Friends Association for Higher Education's ongoing publishing efforts.

From the Introduction: "Perhaps the Quaker tradition's activist tactics coupled with contemplative spirituality could prove a useful offering as future Friends and others seek ways to engage in the work of personal and societal transformation." About This Collection: >Critical Acclaim for this Volume: "This is the richest resource on Quakerism and creation care to date! Rooted in deep spirituality and practical experience, the chapters canvas the topic from history to theology, from academics to activism. I have never seen the case for a distinctively Quaker call to stewardship presented with this breadth and force before."― Philip Clayton, Ingram Professor of Theology at the Claremont School of Theology and author of Adventures in the Spirit "On page two of George Fox's Journal, he talked about the three great loves of our religion: love of God, love of neighbor, and love of God's good earth. This remarkable collection speaks to all three loves in the Quaker past, present, and future. I was inspired and moved by the insights, wisdom, and faithfulness evidenced in this book." -- Steve Chase, Manager of Academic Initiatives at the International Center on Nonviolent Conflict and author of Letters to a Fellow Seeker About the Editors: Cherice Bock teaches in the Creation Care Program at Portland Seminary of George Fox University and served as visiting professor of environmental studies at the Oregon Extension in 2018. Stephen Potthoff serves as associate professor of religion and philosophy at Wilmington College in Ohio. Contributors: Rebecca Artinian-KaiserCherice Bock (editor)Mike HellerDouglas J. BurksJean MulhernCathy PitzerChristy RandazzoJon R. KershnerS. Chagala NgesaLonnie ValentineLaurel KearnsStephen Potthoff (editor)James W. HoodCraig GoodworthRobert HowellSara Jolena WolcottDonald A. SmithKyle DellMarlene McCauleyGail WebsterShelley TanenbaumWalter Hjelt SullivanJudy LumbSusanna MattinglyApril MaysEmily WirzbaEmmett Witkovsky-Eldred