Publisher's Synopsis
""The Great Awakening in the Middle Colonies"" by Charles Hartshorn Maxson is a historical account of the religious revival that swept through the American colonies in the mid-18th century. Focusing specifically on the Middle Colonies, which included New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware, Maxson explores the social, political, and religious factors that contributed to the rise of this movement.Through extensive research, Maxson examines the key figures and events that shaped the Great Awakening in the Middle Colonies. He explores the role of influential preachers such as George Whitefield, Gilbert Tennent, and Jonathan Edwards, and the impact of their sermons on the population. He also delves into the social and economic conditions of the time, including the rise of urbanization and the spread of commerce, and how these factors influenced the spread of the revival.In addition to examining the religious and social aspects of the Great Awakening, Maxson also explores its political implications. He discusses the role of the revival in promoting ideas of individual liberty and the rights of the individual, and how these ideas influenced the American Revolution.Overall, ""The Great Awakening in the Middle Colonies"" provides a comprehensive and detailed account of one of the most significant religious and social movements in American history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion, society, and politics in the American colonies.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.
