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Autobiography Of A Shaker

  • Hardback
  • Publisher: Hutson Street Press
  • 15.6 x 23.4 x 1.8 cm

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⿿Autobiography of a Shaker⿝ offers a rare first-person account of life within the Shaker religious community. Written by Frederick William Evans, a prominent Shaker elder, the book provides insights into the beliefs, practices, and social structure of this unique religious movement. Evans details his personal journey to Shakerism, the challenges and rewards of communal living, and the Shakers' distinctive theological views, including their understanding of the Apocalypse.

This autobiography serves as both a historical document and a spiritual testament, offering readers a glimpse into a fascinating chapter of American religious history. It illuminates the Shakers⿿ commitment to pacifism, equality, and simplicity, and their pursuit of a utopian society separate from the world. ⿿Autobiography of a Shaker⿝ remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in religious studies, communal living, or American history.

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  • Title

    Autobiography Of A Shaker

  • Author

    Frederick William Evans

  • Book Format

    Hardcover

  • Publisher

    Hutson Street Press

  • Published

    May 2025

  • Weight

    591g

  • Dimensions

    15.6 x 23.4 x 1.8 cm

  • ISBN

    9781024897142

  • ISBN-10

    1024897141

  • Eden Code

    7254102

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