Questa autrice americana è stata celebrata per le sue numerose storie e romanzi, profondamente radicati nella sua eredità quacchera. Le sue narrazioni spesso rivelano una profonda comprensione della natura umana, esplorando temi di fede, famiglia e comunità. Attraverso la sua voce distintiva, cattura l'essenza della vita all'interno di piccole comunità, offrendo ai lettori racconti senza tempo di resilienza e compassione.
Eliza Birdwell embodies the spirit of an American heroine, balancing practicality and humor while nurturing her faith and family. Her husband, Jess, complements her character with a love for adventure and music. Together, they navigate a tumultuous world filled with challenges, from unexpected gifts to the threat of Confederate soldiers. Their journey is marked by deep emotional connections and unwavering conviction, showcasing a family's resilience and love in the face of adversity.
The further adventures of the Birdwell family during and after the Civil War.--LibraryThing
This book contains over 60 extracts from the writings of members of the Religious Society of Friends from 1650 to 1962. It includes passages from the works of such well-known authors as George Fox, William Penn, Walt Whitman and John Greenleaf Whittier. The passages illuminate both the faith and practice of the Quaker faith throughout the ages.
