Thomas Herbert Johnson

The Puritans: American Literature Series is a book written by Perry Miller that provides an in-depth exploration of the Puritan movement in America. The book delves into the history, beliefs, and practices of the Puritans, from their origins in England to their migration to America and their impact on American society and culture. Miller examines the Puritan's religious and political ideologies, including their emphasis on predestination, the role of the individual in society, and their views on democracy and freedom. The book also explores the literary works of Puritan writers, such as John Winthrop, Anne Bradstreet, and Cotton Mather, and how their writings reflect the Puritan worldview. Throughout the book, Miller provides a nuanced and insightful analysis of the Puritan movement, shedding light on its complexities and contradictions, and its enduring legacy in American history and literature. 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.

Critically acclaimed classic lets Puritans speak for themselves in crucial documents covering history, theory of state and society, religion, customs, behavior, biographies and letters, poetry, literary theory, education, science, and more. Regarded by historian Samuel Eliot Morison as "the best selection ever made of Puritan literature, point of view and culture."

The Poetical Works of Edward Taylor is a collection of poems written by the American Puritan poet Edward Taylor. The book is edited and introduced by Thomas Herbert Johnson, and includes a comprehensive biography of Taylor and an analysis of his poetry. The poems in this collection were written between the years 1682 and 1725, and reflect Taylor's deep religious faith and his experiences as a pastor and teacher in colonial New England. The collection includes a range of poetic forms, including sonnets, elegies, and meditations, and covers a wide range of themes, from the beauty of nature to the struggles of the human soul. The language of the poems is complex and rich, reflecting Taylor's deep knowledge of classical literature and his love of language. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of American poetry and the development of religious thought in colonial America. 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.