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Elizabeth Hooton : $b First Quaker woman preacher (1600-1672)

By Emily Manners

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

"Elizabeth Hooton: First Quaker Woman Preacher (1600-1672)" by Emily Manners is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work cent...

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"Elizabeth Hooton: First Quaker Woman Preacher (1600-1672)" by Emily Manners is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work centers on the life and impact of Elizabeth Hooton, who was one of the first female preachers in the Quaker movement. The book delves into her tenacity in spreading the Quaker message and the significant role she played during a tumultuous period marked by religious persecution. The opening of the book introduces Elizabeth Hooton through the lens of her first meeting with George Fox, a founder of the Quaker movement. It highlights her steadfast nature and early involvement with the Society of Friends, detailing her initial conversions, the struggles she faced for her beliefs, and her commitment to religious liberty. The narrative hints at her defiance against societal norms and the adversities she overcame, painting a picture of a pioneer in both the Quaker faith and the fight for women's voices in religion. The reader is immediately drawn into Hooton's life, marked by notable historical events and figures, setting the stage for an evocative exploration of her journey and legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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