William Penn

"WILLIAM PENN" by George Hodges is a historical narrative that recounts the life of William Penn, a key founder of Pennsylvania, focusing on his beliefs, connections with others, and how society influenced his life. Beginning with Penn's family history, the author draws attention to the differences in his parents' characters and looks into how his childhood, education at school and Oxford, as well as early spiritual insights, shaped his later life. It shows that being an introverted young man in the politically unstable 17th century formed his decision to become a Quaker and pursue faith and service.