Publisher's Synopsis
The Puritans: American Literature Series is a book written by Perry Miller that provides an in-depth exploration of the Puritan movement in America. The book delves into the history, beliefs, and practices of the Puritans, from their origins in England to their migration to America and their impact on American society and culture. Miller examines the Puritan's religious and political ideologies, including their emphasis on predestination, the role of the individual in society, and their views on democracy and freedom. The book also explores the literary works of Puritan writers, such as John Winthrop, Anne Bradstreet, and Cotton Mather, and how their writings reflect the Puritan worldview. Throughout the book, Miller provides a nuanced and insightful analysis of the Puritan movement, shedding light on its complexities and contradictions, and its enduring legacy in American history and literature.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.
