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The Life Of Cotton Mather, Of Boston, New England (1829)

The Life Of Cotton Mather, Of Boston, New England (1829)

Mather, Samuel
Watts, Isaac

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ISBN10: 116575911X
ISBN13: 9781165759118
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 106
Weight: 0.34
Height: 0.22 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Life of Cotton Mather, of Boston, New England is a biographical account of the famous Puritan minister, Cotton Mather. Written by Samuel Mather and originally published in 1829, this book provides a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of the most influential figures in colonial America.Cotton Mather was a prolific writer, theologian, and minister who lived in Boston during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. He was a key figure in the Salem Witch Trials, a controversial event that has come to define his legacy in many ways. However, Mather's life was much more than just his involvement in the witch trials. He was a deeply religious man who was dedicated to his faith and his community, and he played an important role in shaping the religious and cultural landscape of early America.The Life of Cotton Mather, of Boston, New England explores Mather's life in depth, from his childhood and early education to his rise to prominence as a minister and scholar. The book covers a wide range of topics, including Mather's religious beliefs, his involvement in the Salem Witch Trials, his relationships with other prominent figures of his time, and his legacy as a writer and thinker.Samuel Mather, the author of this biography, was Cotton Mather's great-grandson. He drew on family records and other primary sources to create a detailed and nuanced portrait of his famous ancestor. The result is a fascinating and informative book that sheds new light on the life and times of one of America's most important historical figures.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.

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