Quakerbooks

American Quakers

Perspectives On History

BY WILLIAM COLEMAN
William Coleman provides an introduction and selected primary source documents on the origins of Quakerism, the Quakers in Colonial America, matters of conscience, and writings by and about Quakers in American literature. Through letters, journals, artwork and essays, the reader will learn of the execution of Mary Dyer, the roles of George Fox, William Penn, Lucretia Mott, Levi Coffin, and others who were significant Friends.

Discovery Enterprises 1998 66 PP. Paper

$7.95 (low stock)

Anne Hutchinson

A biography profiling the life of Anne Hutchinson, aPuritan exiled from Massachusetts for her beliefs in 1638. Includes source notes and timeline, Very nice, well written and well illustrated book, part of the Signature lives series. Age 9+.

Compass Point Books 2007 112 PP. Paper

$9.95 (low stock)

Benjamin Banneker

American Scientific Pioneer

BY MYRA WEATHERLY
The life of the famous African American scientist and mathematician, Member of, or at least regular attender at Quaker Meeting, Benjamin Banneker. Includes source notes and timeline. Superb series, well written and well illustrated.

Array 2006 112 PP. Paper

$9.95 (in stock)

Black Hands, White Sails

The Story Of African-american Whalers

BY PATRICIA & FREDERICK MCKISSACK
"The introduction links together slavery and whaling as "part of the growth and development of the American economy," and the book shows the important role of the whalers in the abolitionist movement and the Underground Railroad. Incisive accounts are given of significant African Americans in this industry; seafaring women are not ignored; and life aboard a whaling ship is thoroughly documented." - Horn Book. Captain Paul Cuffe is profiled, as are the Nantucket Quaker whalers and the Quaker involvement in abolition.

Scholastic 1999 152 PP. Cloth

$17.95 (low stock)

A Book Of Quaker Saints

BY LUCY VIOLET HODGKIN
A reprint of this classic collection of stories of early Friends, originally published in 1917. "It must be remembered that this is not a History of the Early Quaker Movement, but a book of stories of some Early Quaker Saints. I have based my account on contemporary authorities; but I have not scrupled to supply unrecorded details or explanatory speeches in order to make the scene more vivid to my listeners." - the author, from her preface.

BiblioBazaar 2007 384 PP. Paper

$18.95 (in stock)

The Forbidden Schoolhouse

The True And Dramatic Story Of Prudence Crandall And Her Students

BY SUZANNE JURMAIN
They threw rocks and rotten eggs at the school windows. Villagers refused to sell Miss Crandall groceries or let her students attend the town church. Mysteriously, her schoolhouse was set on fire-by whom and how remains a mystery. The town authorities dragged her to jail and put her on trial for breaking the law. Her crime? Trying to teach African American girls geography, history, reading, philosophy, and chemistry; trying to open and maintain one of the first African American schools in America. This account of the Crandall and her elegant white schoolhouse will give readers a glimpse of what it is like to try to change the world when few agree with you.

Houghton Mifflin 2005 160 PP. Cloth

$19.00 (low stock)

Good Friends

BY JUDITH BARESEL, ILLUSTRATED BY KEN HUTCHINSON
A wonderful collection of stories of historical Quaker figures told in the context of a present day children's meeting or First Day school. Quakers profiled include George Fox and Margaret Fell, Mary Hughes, John Woolman, James Nayler, Friends who helped with the Underground Railroad and quite a few more. An original and lively presentation of Quaker history, a fine companion to Quakers on the Move. The illustrations are also well done and evocative. For children of all ages, but especially suitable for children ages 8-12.

Britain Yearly Meeting 2002 128 PP. Paper

$10.00 (low stock)

Journeys In The Light

Quaker Stories

BY JAN ARRIENS
At Firbank Fell in the North of England, beneath the great rock on which George Fox preached, a plaque quotes his words: "Let your lives speak". Jan Arriens has written a book of stories that speak of Quakers living faithfully - some historical figures, some fictional, from the 17th century to the present day. This book is a kaleidoscope showing many facets of how Quakers experience the Light: finding practical ways to defeat slavery, protesting against nuclear weapons, discovering individual journeys to peace, simplicity, truth and equality.

Pronoun Press 2007 179 PP. Paper

$20.00 (in stock)

Lighting Candles In The Dark

Stories Of Courage And Love In Action

BY THE RELIGIOUS EDUCATION COMMITTEE OF FRIENDS GENERAL CONFERENCE
These stories from many authors and lands are offered in the hope that they will light candles of understanding. These are stories of courageous people who used nonviolent and creative action in difficult and dangerous situations. Some of the stories are taken from Quaker history, others focus on helpfulness, fairness, the power of love, and care of the earth. "These stories illustrate our Quaker values and testimonies so well, describing actions of peace, simplicity, and responsibility that are very important to life." - Virginia Wood

Quaker Press of FGC 2001 215 PP. Paper

$14.95 (in stock)

Lucretia Mott - Woman Of Achievement

BY GINA DEANGELIS
A thoroughly researched biography of Mott. complete with numerous illustrations. "Women of Achievement" series. For ages 9-14.

Chelsea House 2000 112 PP. Cloth

$22.95 (low stock)

Lucretia Mott - Biography

BY DOROTHY STERLING
A reprinted biography of this most notable of Friends. "This biography offers a clear portrait of a remarkable woman and it gives insight into two great movements of the 19th century." - New York Times Book Review. Ages 9-12.

Feminist Press 1999 240 PP. Paper

$12.95 (in stock)

Lucretia Mott - Photo Illustrated Biographies

BY LUCILLE DAVIES
A slim illustrated book which lays out Lucretia's life and work in a useful but basic fashion. A good school or Meeting library book.

Bridgestone Books 1998 24 PP. Cloth

$15.95 (in stock)

Maria Mitchell

Soul Of An Astronomer

BY BEATRICE GORMLEY
"This fine biography details the life of America's first female astronomer, who was born in 1818 on Nantucket. Gormley explores Mitchell's early years, her struggles with the Quaker doctrines with which she grew up, her discovery of the comet that was named after her, and her careers as a librarian and astronomy instructor. Known for her honesty as well as her nonconformity, Mitchell comes across here as a great seeker who truly loved God and sang his praises." - Booklist

Eerdmans 2003 166 PP. Paper

$12.00 (in stock)

Quakers - Cobblestone

EDITED BY ELIZABETH CAZDEN AND JONAH ROLL, ET AL
The history magazine for young people, Cobblestone, put together this wonderful detailed overview of Friends history, biography and social concerns. Middle elementary.

Cobblestone 1995 48 PP. Paper

$4.95 (in stock)

Rosetta, Rosetta, Sit By Me!

BY LINDA WALVOORD, ILLUSTRATED BY ERIC VELASQUEZ
Frederick Douglass's daughter tells her own story of segregation and triumph "Rosetta, Rosetta, Sit by me!" That's what the white girls at Miss Tracy's Female Seminary (a Quaker school) yell when Rosetta, Frederick Douglass's nine-year-old daughter, shows up on the first day of school. But things don't turn out the way she expects. Not only does she have to study in a classroom all by herself, but she's also kept apart at recess. Told in Rosetta's voice, and illustrated throughout, this remarkable chapter book includes a biographical endnote, time line, reproductions of a letter from Rosetta to her father and Frederick Douglass's newspaper and source notes.

Marshall Cavendish 2004 96 PP. Cloth

$14.95 (low stock)

Walt Whitman

Words For America

BY BARBARA KERLEY, ILLUSTRATED BY BRIAN SELZNICK
Did you know that poet Walt Whitman was also a Civil War nurse? Devastated by his country dividing and compelled to service by his brother's war injury, Walt nursed all soldiers-Union & Confederate, black & white. By getting to know them through many intense and affecting experiences, he began to see a greater life purpose: His writing could give these men a voice, & in turn, achieve his greatest aspiration--to capture the true spirit of America. Dramatic, powerful, & deeply moving, this consummate portrait of Whitman will inspire readers to pick up their pens & open their hearts to humanity.

Scholastic Press Cloth

$16.95 (in stock)

We Are One

The Story Of Bayard Rustin

BY LARRY DANE BRIMNER
Bayard Rustin was a Quaker, African American civil rights activist, and leader, (1912 - 1987). Here his personal story is set against the history of segregation in his time and focuses on his leadership role, in the struggle for civil rights. On each page, the clearly written, informal text is accompanied by eloquently captioned archival photos that include disturbing images of racist violence, as well as pictures of Rustin in protest mode, passing out antiwar leaflets, advising Dr. Martin Luther King on peaceful protest, organizing the triumphant 1963 March on Washington, and more. Rustin's gay identity gets only passing mention - Booklist

Calkins Creek Books 2007 48PP. Cloth

$17.95 (low stock)

What Makes Me A Quaker?

BY ADAM WOOG
This book is a straightforward, carefully researched and invitingly illustrated introduction to Quakerism for 8 to 13 year olds. Topics covered include the beginnings of Quakerism, what Quakers believe, how Friends practice their faith, and what the future of Quakerism might be. Information about the branches of Friends in included.

Thomson Gale 2005 48 PP Cloth

$27.00 (in stock)

Whats The Password For Jesus?

Quaker Faq's For Younger Friends

BY CHUCK FAGER
Spotting a gap in the market, Chuck Fager has produced this small guide for young Friends on how to respond to an evangelical Christians questions, comments and assertions, even if they are a bit shaky on their Quakerism and indeed on the Bible. Chucks usual writing style and some amusing pictures make this a fun resource as well as a useful one.

Kimo Press 2010 41 PP. Paper

$3.95 (backorder)

William Penn - Founder Of Pennsylvania

BY BARBARA SOMERVILLE
With its appealing presentation, many illustrations, maps and drawings, timeline of world events during William Penn's life, complete index, bibliography, concise informational insets, and readable text, this biography is a worthy addition to any library or Friends bookshelf. Designed for grades 5-7, but adult readers wanting a short biography would also find this useful.

Compass Point Books 2006 112 PP. Paper