penn, william

Traces the life of the Quaker founder of Pennsylvania with emphasis on the important people and events of his time.

Profiles the history of Philadelphia, founded in 1681 by William Penn, who was given the charter by King Charles II of England in repayment of a debt owed to Penn's father.

Provides an overview of the state of North Carolina, covering its history, geography, economy, people, and points of interest.

A biography of early English Quaker and founder of Pennsylvania, William Penn; describing his life, dealings with the Lenni Lenape, and legacy of religious freedom.

Presents a brief profile of the life of William Penn, the founder of Pennsylvania, and the days leading up to the American Revolution.

An account of the life of William Penn, telling of his Quaker beliefs and his urging that people be given religious freedom, discussing his efforts to establish the self-governing colony of Pennsylvania, and examining his many personal setbacks. Presented in graphic format.

Focuses on the struggles of the founder of Pennsylvania who promoted the Quaker religion and spent his lifetime preaching the right of each individual to choose his own faith.

A biography of William Penn, founder of the Quaker colony of Pennsylvania, who struggled throughout his life for the freedom to practice his religion.

Presents a short children's biography on William Penn and profiles his youth in England, his Quaker beliefs against the Church of England, founding of Pennsylvania in America, and his belief in democracy.