The New England Mind: From Colony to Province
The New England Mind: From Colony to Province
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1981
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BetaThe New England Mind: From Colony to Province
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1981513
Book • Nonfiction
New England • 17th century
1981
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The New England Mind: From Colony to Province, Perry Miller examines the intellectual and cultural evolution of New England from its Puritan roots to a more diverse and secular society. The work explores changes in religious beliefs, societal values, and cultural practices, highlighting the region's transformation during the colonial and provincial periods.
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Contemplative
Mysterious
Melancholic
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Perry Miller's The New England Mind: From Colony to Province is celebrated for its deep intellectual analysis and insightful exploration of Puritan thought. Reviewers praise Miller's scholarly rigor and narrative style. However, some find the dense prose challenging. The work is regarded as an essential, albeit complex, read for understanding colonial American ideology.
Who Should Read The New England Mind: From Colony to Province?
Readers interested in The New England Mind: From Colony to Province by Perry Miller likely enjoy American intellectual history and colonial studies. Comparable to Bernard Bailyn's The Ideological Origins of the American Revolution, these readers appreciate deep dives into Puritan thought and its influence on early American society.
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Book • Nonfiction
New England • 17th century
1981
Adult
18+ years
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