12mo. 71pp, [1]. Uncut. Stitched, as issued, in original publisher's powder blue wrappers. Lightly rubbed and creased, early inked ownership inscription to upper wrapper. Occasional short tears, scattered spotting.

A series of memoirs concerning the life and religious pursuits of John Roberts (1623?-1684), a quaker humourist who was much persecuted, and even imprisoned, for his beliefs. Written by his son, Daniel Roberts, the biography tells the story of Roberts' imprisonment, communication with Bishop Nicholson of Gloucester, and even his alleged telepathic power.