Ce géographe et prédicateur américain a reconnu la nécessité d'un manuel de géographie orienté vers la nation en formation, ses œuvres, largement citées et copiées, jetant les bases de la compréhension. Il a défendu activement la foi de la Nouvelle-Angleterre contre l'unitarisme et a remis en question les stéréotypes prédominants sur les Amérindiens. Ses écrits et sa position théologique révèlent un profond engagement à la fois avec les courants intellectuels et avec l'identité nationale naissante de son époque. Il chercha à façonner la compréhension du monde et de la nation qui s'y trouvait.
This book presents selected letters of Philip Dormer Stanhope, the Earl of Chesterfield, to his son that offer insight into the education and etiquette of the British aristocracy in the 18th century. The letters cover a wide range of topics, including manners, education, politics, and religion. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era and offers valuable lessons on decorum and civility that are still relevant today.
This book is an intriguing account of the author's tour of Indian Affairs in the United States during the summer of 1820. He provides a detailed narrative of his experiences and interactions with various Native American tribes. The book also sheds light on the government's policies towards Native Americans and their effects. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of Native Americans in the United States.
Written in the early 19th century, this comprehensive history of New England provides a detailed account of the region's early settlers, including their struggles, triumphs, and contributions to American culture. A fascinating read for anyone interested in American history.
This sermon, delivered by the eminent Congregationalist minister Jedidiah Morse, addresses the challenges and opportunities facing the Christian mission in early 19th-century America. Morse encourages his audience to look for 'signs of the times' - signs that God is at work in the world - and to redouble their efforts to spread the gospel. This book is a fascinating glimpse into the religious and cultural landscape of early America.