Ep. 29: Benjamin Lay: Social Justice Warrior, with Marcus Rediker

Benjamin Lay was a fearless firework of “isms.” Part Quaker, part philosopher, part sailor, abolitionist, and commoner, Lay was also “The Quaker Dwarf Who Became the First Revolutionary Abolitionist.” Joining us this week is Marcus Rediker, one of the most important living historians and Lay’s most recent biographer.Further Readings/References:Marcus Rediker’s websiteHis Amazon author’s pageBenjamin Lay, All Slave-Keepers…ApostatesJames Nayler, The Lamb’s WarThomas Trion, A Way To Health, Long Life, and Happiness Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.