The Early American Spirit and the Genesis of It

By Richard Salter Storrs

Book Overview

The book ""The Early American Spirit And The Genesis Of It"" by R. S. Storrs is a comprehensive exploration of the origins of the American spirit and the factors that shaped it during the early years of the country's history. The book delves into the religious, social, and political influences that contributed to the unique character of the American people and their way of life.Storrs examines the role of Puritanism in shaping the American spirit, as well as the impact of the Enlightenment and the Great Awakening. He also explores the influence of the frontier experience, the American Revolution, and the development of democracy on the formation of the American character.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of the early American spirit. Throughout the text, Storrs uses primary sources such as letters, diaries, and speeches to provide a vivid and compelling account of the people and events that shaped the American identity.Overall, ""The Early American Spirit And The Genesis Of It"" is an insightful and thought-provoking examination of the roots of American culture and values. It is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the origins of the American spirit and the factors that continue to shape it today.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417966939
• ISBN13: 9781417966936
• Release Date: December 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"