A Quaker Adventure - Brossura

Fry, A Ruth

Brossura

ISBN 10: 1025937880 ISBN 13: 9781025937885

Casa editrice: Tradd Street Press, 2026

Riassunto

"A Quaker Adventure" is a compelling firsthand account of the extensive humanitarian efforts undertaken by the Society of Friends during and after the First World War. Written by A. Ruth Fry, who served as the Honorary General Secretary of the Friends' Relief Committee, this work provides a detailed record of the relief missions across war-torn Europe, including France, Russia, Poland, and Germany.

The narrative captures the spirit of pacifism and service, illustrating how Quaker volunteers navigated the complexities of international conflict to provide food, clothing, medical care, and agricultural assistance to displaced populations and famine victims. Fry offers profound insights into the logistics of relief work and the ethical foundations of the Quaker mission, emphasizing the commitment to alleviate human suffering regardless of nationality or political affiliation.

This historical work serves as both a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and a seminal document in the history of international non-governmental organizations and humanitarian aid. It remains an essential resource for those interested in Quaker history, the social consequences of the Great War, and the development of modern charitable endeavors.

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Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Tradd Street Press
• Data di pubblicazione: 2026
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1025937880
• ISBN 13: 9781025937885
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 474
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: non disponibile