William Penn

ebook Founder of Pennsylvania: A Short Biography

By Doug West

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Do you want to learn about William Penn but don't have the time or patience to read a thick book? Then this is the short and concise book for you! Some of the interesting accomplishments of William Penn covered in the book are:

  • An early convert to the Society of Friends or Quaker religion. Wrote several books and pamphlets promoting his faith.
  • One of the original proprietors of the colony of West Jersey.
  • Was granted a large tract of land in North America from King Charles II of England.
  • In 1681 established the proprietary colony of Pennsylvania in North America.
  • Promoted the new colony of Pennsylvania in England and Europe, drawing thousands of colonists to the New World.
  • Was an early advocate of religious freedom.
  • Established friendly relationships and successful treaties with the Lenape Native America tribe.
  • Wrote "Frame of Government" to establish a type of democratic government in the colony of Pennsylvania.
  • And much more...
    The book "William Penn: Founder of Pennsylvania: A Short Biography" gives a crisp look at the life and times of William Penn. To illustrate the story of his life there are numerous pictures of the people, places, and events that were part of his life. In addition, the book contains: a list of reference books for further reading, a timeline of Penn's life, and a section that contains short biographical sketches of the key individuals in the book.

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