Memoir Of Rachel Hicks, Late Of Westbury, Long Island (1880)

By Rachel Hicks

Book Overview

Memoir of Rachel Hicks, Late of Westbury, Long Island is a book written by Rachel Hicks, a Quaker woman who lived in the 19th century. The book is a first-person account of her life, experiences, and beliefs. Rachel Hicks was born in 1789 and lived in Westbury, Long Island, for most of her life. She was a member of the Society of Friends, commonly known as Quakers, and her memoir reflects her deep religious convictions and the influence of the Quaker faith on her life. In her memoir, Rachel Hicks discusses her childhood, her family, and her education. She also writes about her marriage to Isaac Hicks and their life together. Rachel Hicks was an active member of the Quaker community and her memoir provides insight into the daily life of Quakers in the 19th century. She writes about Quaker meetings, the importance of simplicity and humility, and the Quaker commitment to social justice. Rachel Hicks was also involved in the abolitionist movement and her memoir includes her experiences as an anti-slavery activist. She writes about her involvement in the Underground Railroad, her friendship with Frederick Douglass, and her travels to England to speak out against slavery. Memoir of Rachel Hicks, Late of Westbury, Long Island is a valuable historical document that provides a window into the life and beliefs of a Quaker woman in the 19th century. It is also an inspiring account of a woman who lived according to her principles and worked tirelessly for social justice.Together With Some Letters And A Memorial Of Westbury Monthly Meeting.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437106994
• ISBN13: 9781437106992
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 300 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"