The Burd Papers - William Allen - Bog

The Burd Papers: Extracts From William Allen¿¿¿¿¿¿¿s Letter Book (1897) is a book containing selected excerpts from the letter book of William Allen, a prominent Quaker and philanthropist from Philadelphia. The book was published in 1897 and is a valuable resource for historians and scholars interested in the social and political history of the United States during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.The letters in the book cover a wide range of topics, including Quakerism, abolitionism, education, and politics. They provide a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of William Allen, who was a key figure in the abolitionist movement and a leading advocate for the education of women and African Americans.The book is organized into chapters based on the topics of the letters, making it easy for readers to navigate and find the information they are looking for. The language of the letters is formal and reflects the conventions of the time, but the content is still accessible to modern readers.Overall, The Burd Papers: Extracts From William Allen¿¿¿¿¿¿¿s Letter Book (1897) is an important historical document that sheds light on the life and work of one of Americä¿¿¿¿¿¿s most influential Quakers and philanthropists. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of social justice and reform movements in the United States.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.