9780259061816 - A Full Report of the Case of Stacy Decow, and Joseph Hendrickson, Vs. Thomas L. Shotwell: Decided at a Special Term of the New Jersey Court of ... Thirty-Three; Emb... (3 resultados)

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

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

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book recounts the momentous trial that determined who had the authority to control a Quaker school's substantial financial donation. The case became a battleground for religious ideology, with the outcome dictating which branch of the Quaker community would govern the fund. The author delves into the historical and ecclesiastical framework of the Quaker community, illustrating how this case reflects a broader division in their doctrines. The book explores the profound implications of this legal dispute that extended beyond property ownership, and illuminates the complexities of religious belief and schism within a community that values unity. By examining the legal arguments, testimonies, and historical backdrop of the case, the author presents a nuanced understanding of the fundamental differences between the two Quaker factions and the profound impact of their divergent spiritual journeys. 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.