Adams elmer c (9 resultados)

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Fine. 1st Edition. First printing of the first edition, limited to 2100 copies, review copy with the Friends of the Princeton University Library letter laid-in. Book in fine condition. No dust jacket. Walter S. Myers (ilustrador).

Hardcover. Condición: VG+. Small cloth volume, light wear, tightly bound, clean and unmarked. No dust jacket. Illustrated.

Soft cover. Condición: Very Good. First Edition. 58 pp. Light edge and corner wear; address label on the front cover; no interior markings. Cover art by Robert G. Harris. This issue contains writing by: Wilbur M. Philpott; Samuel Hopkins Adams; John Erskine; Nancy Kelsey; Elmer Davis; Arch Whitehouse; Frederoc F. Van de Water; Frederick L. Collins; Robert M. Field; C. T. Donnelly; Cornelius Vanderbilt Jr; and an article called Can Crime Be Prevented? by U.S. Attorney General Homer S. Cummings; along with all the usual features, including an advetisement that begins: Why Hitler Can't Sleep; and an unmarked Crossword Puzzle. Size: 4to. Robert G. Harris; (ilustrador). Book.…

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardback. Good. 324pp.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the remarkable story of Elizabeth Fry, a Quaker woman who rose to prominence in 19th-century England. The author skillfully portrays Fry's journey from a young woman struggling with her own spiritual doubts to a renowned minister, prison reformer, and advocate for social change. The narrative delves into the complex duality of Fry's character, highlighting her deep religious faith and her unwavering compassion for the suffering of others. The book explores how these seemingly contrasting forces led her to pioneer a new approach to prison reform, moving away from the harsh punishment system of the time. Fry's innovative ideas, exemplified in her work at Newgate Jail, focused on the rehabilitation of prisoners through education, meaningful work, and a sense of human dignity. The author provides an insightful perspective on the evolution of Fry's thinking, demonstrating how her evolving understanding of religious tolerance and her deep love for her family ultimately led her to challenge the rigid boundaries of her own sect. This book offers a compelling glimpse into a life dedicated to both spiritual growth and social justice, showcasing the power of one individual to effect meaningful change within the prevailing societal norms of her time. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…