Description

Some Fruits of Solitude is a collection of essays and aphorisms written by William Penn, a Quaker leader and founder of Pennsylvania. The book was first published in 1693 and contains Penn's reflections on various topics such as religion, morality, and society. The essays explore Penn's beliefs about the importance of solitude and reflection in one's life, and his ideas about how individuals can live a virtuous and fulfilling life. Penn also discusses his views on government, justice, and the role of the individual in society. The book is written in a clear and concise style, and Penn's ideas are presented in a thoughtful and thought-provoking manner. Some Fruits of Solitude is considered a classic of Quaker literature and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Quakerism or the writings of William Penn.The World is certainly a great and stately Volume of natural Things; and may be not improperly styled the Hieroglyphicks of a better: But, alas! how very few Leaves of it do we seriously turn over! This ought to be the Subject of the Education of our Youth, who, at Twenty, when they should be fit for Business, know little or nothing of it.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.