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The New England mind in transition

Samuel Johnson of Connecticut, 1696-1772
Pages
292
Published
1973
Language
English

Synopsis

This book explores the intellectual journey of Samuel Johnson (1696-1772), a prominent figure in the Church of England, as he navigated the evolving religious and philosophical landscape of New England. It delves into the transition of the New England mind during a critical period, examining how Johnson's life and work reflect broader shifts in colonial American thought and religious practice.

About the author

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Joseph J. Ellis

Joseph John Ellis is an American historian and professor whose work focuses on the lives and times of the founders of the United States of America. He has won the Pulitzer prize for History - Wikipedia