Benjamin F. Trueblood: Prophet Of Peace, 1847-1916 (1916)

Benjamin F. Trueblood: Prophet of Peace, 1847-1916 is a biography written by Charles Edward Beals and published in 1916. The book chronicles the life of Benjamin F. Trueblood, a Quaker minister and peace activist who lived during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Trueblood was born in Indiana in 1847 and spent his early years on a farm. He later attended Earlham College, a Quaker school in Richmond, Indiana, where he became interested in the peace movement. The book follows Trueblood's life as he becomes increasingly involved in the peace movement, advocating for nonviolence and disarmament. He also becomes a prominent figure in the Society of Friends (Quakers), serving as the editor of the Friends Review and as a member of various committees. Trueblood's work takes him around the world, where he meets with other peace activists and speaks out against war. The book also explores Trueblood's personal life, including his marriage to Mary E. Pearson and his relationships with his children. Beals delves into Trueblood's spiritual beliefs and how they influenced his work for peace. Overall, Benjamin F. Trueblood: Prophet of Peace, 1847-1916 is a comprehensive biography of a prominent Quaker peace activist. It provides insight into the life and work of a man who dedicated his life to promoting peace and nonviolence.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.