Puritanism and Historical Controversy
Description
By grounding the historical debates surrounding Puritanism in the experiences of three representative Puritans - William Prynne (1600-1669), Richard Baxter (1615-1691), and Lodowicke Muggleton (1609-1698) - Lamont is able to challenge many common stereotypes and orthodoxies and illuminate key issues effectively. Puritanism and Historical Controversy will be welcomed by all students grappling with the many issues surrounding the influence of Puritanism on early modern England.
Reviews
“…an appealing introduction for students and libraries interested in the impact of Puritanism on the emergence of democracy on both sides of the Atlantic.” History