The Seed of a Nation: Rediscovering America

By: Darrell Fields and Lorrie Fields

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Synopsis: &“Anyone who is losing hope for America must read The Seed of a Nation. The inspiration lives, the seed sprouts, the idea works&” (Scott W. Boyd, Pennsylvania State Representative). &“The Seed of a Nation is a thoroughly researched and fascinating account of William Penn&’s efforts to establish a &‘Holy Experiment&’ in Pennsylvania—a vision of governance grounded in faith and operating on the principles of tolerance and respect for all&” (Senator Stewart J. Greenleaf). It was this &“Holy Experiment,&” set out in Penn&’s Charter of Privileges, that provided the framework for the United States Government, including the essential underlying mandate to provide freedom for all people. So brilliant was William Penn&’s legacy that Thomas Jefferson, writer of the Declaration of Independence, called him, &“the greatest lawgiver the world has produced.&” This fascinating work looks at the life and impact of William Penn—an impact that still echoes today.