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The Journal of John Woolman is an autobiography of John Woolman, an 18th-century North American abolitionist, documenting his life, thoughts, and opposition to slavery. Published posthumously in 1774, it reveals how Woolman's work and moral struggles led to his outspoken stance against slavery, differing from predominant Puritan beliefs, and his advocacy for racial justice, tolerance, and anti-materialism. The book addresses the distressing realities of slavery and historical religious intolerance.