Cette auteure américaine a été célébrée pour ses nombreuses histoires et romans, puisant profondément dans son héritage quaker. Ses récits témoignent souvent d'une profonde compréhension de la nature humaine, explorant des thèmes tels que la foi, la famille et la communauté. Par sa voix distinctive, elle capture l'essence de la vie au sein de petites communautés, offrant aux lecteurs des histoires intemporelles de résilience et de compassion.
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.
