Synopsis
The New England Puritans: Their Principles And Aims is a book written by Joseph Anderson that provides a comprehensive overview of the Puritan movement in New England during the 17th century. The book explores the historical background of the Puritans, their beliefs and values, and their impact on the development of American society.Anderson delves into the religious and political motivations that drove the Puritans to leave England and settle in the New World. He discusses their strict adherence to Calvinist theology, their emphasis on personal piety, and their commitment to creating a godly society based on biblical principles.The book also examines the Puritan's relationship with the Native American population, their role in the Salem Witch Trials, and their influence on the American Revolution.Overall, The New England Puritans: Their Principles And Aims provides a detailed and insightful look into the Puritan movement and its lasting impact on American culture and society. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion, politics, and social change in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
About the Author
Richard Stevenson was born in Victoria, B.C. in 1952 and has lived in Western Canada and Nigeria. A college English professor by profession, he has taught English, Canadian and African Literature, Creative writing and other courses in high schools and colleges. A former Editor-in-Chief of Prism International, his own reviews and poems have appeared in numerous magazines, anthologies and journals in Canada, U.S. and overseas. He lives in Lethbridge, Alberta.
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