""Select Historical Memoirs of the Religious Society of Friends, Commonly Called Quakers: Being a Succinct Account of Their Character and Course During the Seventeenth and Eighteenth Centuries"" is a book written by William Hodgson and published in 1881. The book is a detailed historical account of the Quaker community during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, highlighting their beliefs, practices, and contributions to society. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the Quaker movement, including their origins, growth, and influence on various aspects of society such as politics, education, and social reform. The book also includes biographical sketches of prominent Quakers, such as George Fox, William Penn, and John Woolman. Overall, ""Select Historical Memoirs of the Religious Society of Friends"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Quaker community and their impact on society during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries.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.