Quaker Journals

Rating:
Summary: A joy to read
Review: The dry title of this book is deceiving. Although Brinton thoroughly researched his subject -- the spiritual autobiographies (called journals) of the members of the Religious Society of Friends -- this is not an academic work. It lives up to its subtitle as an exploration of the religious experiences of Friends through their own words with engaging anecdotes and excerpts as well as insightful comments. These ordinary people spoke movingly and charmingly about their spirtual lives. I not only bought this book but sought out two of the original journals to read.