Transformation from Puritanism to Power of Human Mind in Colonial American Literature

By: Sing, Patrick

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Colonial American literature began as pamphlets and writings extolling the benefits of the colonies to both a European and colonist audience. For long it continued to be steeped deep in Puritan ideals, until towards the break with England, when the literary focus shifted to American culture and identity. It also saw the birth of African American literature, and went on to reflect the enormous scientific, economic, social, and philosophical changes of the 18th century. This new wave, called the Enlightenment, impacted the authority of clergyman and scripture, making way for democratic principles and human-centred themes.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1276161794
• ISBN13: 9781276161794
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Webster's Digital Services
• Length: 190 Pages
• Weight: 0.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.4" x 9.7"