The Pilgrims and Their Religious, Intellectual and Civic Life - Hardcover

The Pilgrims and Their Religious, Intellectual and Civic Life

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'The Pilgrims and Their Religious, Intellectual and Civic Life' provides an in-depth exploration of the foundational settlers of the Plymouth Colony and their multifaceted impact on American history. Author Walter A. Powell meticulously examines the motivations, beliefs, and governance structures that defined the Pilgrim experience, moving beyond mere survival narratives to address the philosophical and spiritual underpinnings of their community.The work delves into the religious convictions that drove the Separatists to leave Europe, the intellectual frameworks that shaped their worldview, and the civic developments-most notably the Mayflower Compact-that established a precedent for self-governance in the New World. By analyzing the intersection of faith and public life, Powell offers a comprehensive portrait of a group whose legacy continues to influence the American identity. This study serves as a valuable resource for those interested in colonial history, the evolution of religious freedom, and the early formation of democratic ideals in North America.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Artikel-Nr. 9781025904092

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