The Puritan Pronaos: Studies In The Intellectual Life Of New England In The Seventeenth Century

By Samuel Eliot Morison

Book Overview

The Puritan Pronaos: Studies In The Intellectual Life Of New England In The Seventeenth Century is a book written by Samuel Eliot Morison. The book is a collection of essays that explore the intellectual life of New England during the 17th century, with a particular focus on the Puritan movement. The essays cover a range of topics, including the role of religion in shaping the intellectual landscape, the development of Puritan theology, and the impact of the Puritan movement on politics and society. The book provides a detailed and nuanced examination of the intellectual culture of New England during this important period in American history, and offers insights into the ways in which religion, politics, and society were intertwined during this time. Overall, The Puritan Pronaos is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intellectual history of America, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of the Puritans and their influence on American culture.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: 1432562754
• ISBN13: 9781432562755
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"