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Story of George Fox

Story of George Fox

By: Rufus Jones
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Summary
 Discover the remarkable life of George Fox, the visionary founder of The Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). This engaging biography, narrated by Richard Vogel, explores his influence on spirituality and social reform.Copyright Biographies 2.0 Spirituality World
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