Sabbath in Puritan New England (eBook)

Alice Morse Earle (Autor)

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2022
201 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654736867-0 (EAN)

Infos

In 'Sabbath in Puritan New England' by Alice Morse Earle, readers are invited to explore the religious and social customs surrounding the observance of the Sabbath in early America. Earle's meticulous research and vivid descriptions bring to life the strict regulations and unique practices that defined the Puritan community during this era. Through a combination of historical analysis and personal anecdotes, the book offers a comprehensive look at the significance of the Sabbath as a time of both spiritual reflection and communal unity. Alice Morse Earle, a renowned historian and author, drew from primary sources and firsthand accounts to craft this insightful study. Her deep understanding of Puritan culture and her gift for storytelling make 'Sabbath in Puritan New England' a compelling and informative read for anyone interested in American history or religious studies. I highly recommend 'Sabbath in Puritan New England' to those seeking a nuanced perspective on the Puritan experience and its impact on early American society. Earle's engaging narrative style and thorough research make this book a valuable resource for scholars and casual readers alike.

Autor

Alice Morse Earle (1851–1911) was a distinguished American historian and author renowned for her engaging books centered on the social and domestic life of the United States in the colonial and early federal periods. With a literary approach that combined a keen eye for detail and a narrative style rich in anecdotal charm, Earle contributed significantly to the popularization of early American history. Her scholarly pursuits were largely self-educated, a remarkable feat for a woman of her era. One of Earle's notable works, 'Sabbath in Puritan New England' (1891), delves into the religious observances and Sunday traditions of 17th-century New England Puritans, offering readers a vivid portrait of the austere and devout character of early American colonial society. Earle's authoritative and accessible writings have earned her lasting recognition as an influential figure in the field of history, particularly for her attention to the everyday lives of America's ancestors, which she brought to light with scrupulous research and a storyteller's voice. Her contribution to the cultural and domestic narratives of American history continues to be respected, inspiring subsequent generations of historians and casual readers alike.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Neuzeit bis 1918
• Schlagworte: 17th century American literature • 17th-century New England • Alice Morse Earle writings • American Culture • American religious practices • classics of American literature • Colonial America • Colonial studies • cultural history in novels • early American society fiction • historical narrative • New England • New England colonial history • Puritan historical fiction • Puritan life and customs narrative • Puritan lifestyle • Religious History • Religious Life And Customs • religious observance • Religious practices in fiction • Sabbath observance literature • social life and customs • societal norms • sunday • To 1775