Publisher's Synopsis
""Essays to Do Good"" is a collection of essays written by Cotton Mather, a prominent Puritan minister and scholar, in the early 18th century. The book is divided into four parts, each containing a series of essays that aim to inspire and guide Christians in their efforts to do good in the world. Mather addresses a wide range of topics, including the importance of education, the value of charity and philanthropy, the need for social reform, and the role of faith in public life. The essays are written in a clear and persuasive style, and Mather draws on a variety of sources, including scripture, history, and personal experience, to support his arguments. Overall, ""Essays to Do Good"" is a powerful call to action for Christians of all denominations to live out their faith in practical ways and make a positive difference in the world.1815. The following essays were first published by Cotton Mather in 1710. It is a book offered, first, in general, unto all Christians, in a personal capacity or in a relative. Then more particularly unto magistrates, ministers, physicians, lawyers, schoolmasters, gentlemen, officers, churches, and unto all societies of a religious character and intention, with humble proposals of unexceptional methods to do good in the world.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.
