9781331844501 - History of the First Church in Roxbury, Massachusetts: 1630 1904 (Classic Reprint) di Thwing, Walter Eliot (4 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive history of the First Church in Roxbury, Massachusetts, from its founding in 1630 to 1904. The author traces the church's growth and development through the lives of its ministers, ruling elders, and deacons, as well as through the construction and subsequent rebuilding of its meeting houses. The book delves into the social and religious context of early New England, exploring the Puritan faith, its emphasis on church discipline, and the role of religion in shaping the lives of early settlers. The author vividly portrays the trials and triumphs of the church, including its involvement in the founding of the Roxbury Latin School and its role in the American Revolution. The book also sheds light on the evolution of religious practices, from early forms of worship to the development of more organized church structures. This book provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of a prominent New England institution and the enduring legacy of Puritan values in American culture. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

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