Publisher's Synopsis
""Anarchy of the Ranters and Other Libertines"" is a historical work by Robert Barclay that explores the rise of radical religious and political movements in England during the 17th century. The book focuses on the Ranter movement, which rejected traditional religious beliefs and advocated for individual freedom and self-expression. Barclay also examines other libertine groups, such as the Seekers and the Quakers, who challenged the established order and sought to create a more egalitarian society. Through extensive research and analysis of primary sources, Barclay provides a detailed account of the ideas and actions of these groups, as well as the political and social context in which they emerged. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into a turbulent and transformative period in English history, and sheds light on the origins of modern ideas about individualism, freedom, and social justice.1676. The hierarchy of the Romanists and other pretended churches, equally refuted and refused, in a twofold apology for the church and people of God called in derision Quakers. Wherein they are vindicated from those that accuse them of disorder and confusion on the one hand, and from such as calumniate them with tyranny and imposition on the other, showing that as the true and pure principles of the gospel are restored by their testimony, so is also the ancient apostolic order of the Church of Christ reestablished among them and settled upon its right basis and foundation. Written in Old English.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.
