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245	1	0	_aAnecdotes and memoirs of William Boen, a coloured man, who lived and died near Mount Holly, New Jersey
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2023
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_a"Memorial of Mount Holly Monthly Meeting of Friends, concerning William Boen, a coloured man. Read in the Yearly Meeting of Friends, held in Philadelphia, 1829."--pp. 14-18.
500			_aRelease date is 2023-01-28
508			_aBob Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520			_a"Anecdotes and memoirs of William Boen, a coloured man, who lived and died near Mount Holly, New Jersey." is a biography written in the early 19th century. This narrative recounts the life and experiences of William Boen, who was born into slavery but ultimately achieved freedom and respect in his community. The memoir serves as a testament to Boen's faith, character, and the guiding principles that shaped his life, offering insights into the lived experiences of African Americans during this period. The book portrays William Boen as a man of strong moral conviction and integrity, emphasizing his dedication to a life of sincerity, industriousness, and spirituality. Born a slave, Boen reflects on his transformation from bondage to a respected member of society, underpinned by his deep sense of duty to both his old master and the "new Master," which he identified as the light of Christ within. Through personal anecdotes of his life, including his reflections on mortality, relationships, and ethical principles, Boen showcases how he navigated challenges with a commitment to truth and justice. His remarkable story is not only an account of personal redemption but also a narrative that highlights the broader themes of faith, social justice, and the enduring human spirit in the face of adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_pOriginally published: _cUnited States: Society of Friends, 1834
653			_aAfrican Americans -- Religion
653			_aBoen, William, 1735-1824
653			_aAfrican Americans -- New Jersey -- Biography
653			_aFree African Americans -- New Jersey -- Biography
653			_aEnslaved persons -- New Jersey -- Biography
653			_aSlavery and the church -- Society of Friends
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/69889
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