William Penn

By C.E. Vulliamy

Book Overview

William Penn is a biography written by C. E. Vulliamy that covers the life and legacy of William Penn. Penn was a prominent figure in English history and is best known for founding the colony of Pennsylvania in America. The book delves into Penn's early life as the son of a wealthy English admiral, his conversion to Quakerism, and his subsequent persecution for his beliefs. It also covers his role in the founding of Pennsylvania, his relationships with Native American tribes, and his efforts to establish a government based on religious tolerance and democratic principles. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive look at Penn's life and accomplishments, as well as the historical context in which he lived.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: 116316190X
• ISBN13: 9781163161906
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"