Publisher's Synopsis
The Decline of Quakerism is a book written by Robert MacNair in 1860. The book is an investigation into the reasons behind the current state of the Society of Friends, commonly known as Quakers. MacNair explores the moral and numerical weakness of the Quaker community and attempts to identify the causes of this decline. The book provides a detailed historical account of the Society of Friends, from its founding in the 17th century to its present state. MacNair examines the impact of various factors such as changes in society, the influence of other religious movements, and internal divisions within the Quaker community. The book also discusses the role of Quakerism in social and political movements, such as the abolition of slavery and the women's suffrage movement. Overall, The Decline of Quakerism is a comprehensive study of the challenges faced by the Quaker community and a thought-provoking analysis of the factors that have contributed to its decline.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.
