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Lädt ... Friends in Deed: The Story of Quaker Social Reform in Americavon Susan Sachs Goldman
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Melde dich bei LibraryThing an um herauszufinden, ob du dieses Buch mögen würdest. Keine aktuelle Diskussion zu diesem Buch. This book encompasses the caring that is typified American Quakers humanitarianism since their first appearance in America. It documents the history of Quaker social action in America through compelling stories and underreported yet astonishing events, with insightful commentary on the intersection of religious belief and moral, civic action. Susan Sachs Goldman, a past board member and Clerk (Chair) of Sidwell Friends School's Board of Trustees, and a parent of SFS alumnae, has written a very readable history of Quaker social activism. Her involvement with the school's Quaker values dovetailed with her study of American history. In a discussion she led at Bethesda Friends Meeting, she said she felt the Quaker story of Friends relentless quest for social justice was one that begged to be told. From Quaker work with Native Americans, their work for abolition, gender equality, prison reform, mental health advocates, to their unending work for peace through many wars, America has benefitted from its Quaker legacy. It seems a shame that she did not find a trade publisher for this book. Zeige 2 von 2 keine Rezensionen | Rezension hinzufügen
For more than 300 years, American Quakers have advocated tirelessly for social reform in order to bring about the justice and equality essential to their vision of a peaceful world. They have consistently worked on behalf of Native Americans, African-Americans, and women to eradicate the discriminatory treatment that has prevented these Americans from enjoying the fruits of an equitable society. Friends have extended the reach of their compassionate advocacy to include the mentally ill, the impoverished, the imprisoned, and immigrants. The American Friends Service Committee, whose international efforts to bring relief to those suffering hardships wrought by war and natural disaster, is perhaps the most emblematic instrument of Friends persistent imperative to build a more peaceful world. Friends' leadership in reform efforts throughout our history, markedly disproportionate to their small number, is a little-known but remarkable story of meaningful civic engagement. As Americans, we are profoundly touched by the Quaker imprint on our nation's political and social history. Their positive worldview, their aspirations for a more benevolent and just society, and their stubborn insistence on peacefully promoting these aspirations in the civic realm have contributed significantly to the American spirit and to our understanding of ourselves. -- Publisher's description. Keine Bibliotheksbeschreibungen gefunden. |
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Google Books — Lädt ... GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)261.0882896Religions Christian church and church work Church and the world; Social theology and interreligious relations and attitudes Particular Groups of PeopleKlassifikation der Library of Congress [LCC] (USA)BewertungDurchschnitt:
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