Pages From The Ecclesiastical History Of New England

Pages From The Ecclesiastical History Of New England: During The Century Between 1740 And 1840 is a historical book written by George Burgess and published in 1847. The book provides a comprehensive account of the religious history of New England during the period between 1740 and 1840. The author begins by describing the Great Awakening, a religious revival that swept through New England in the mid-18th century. He then goes on to discuss the rise of Unitarianism and the controversy it sparked within the Congregational Church. Burgess also provides detailed accounts of the founding of various religious denominations in New England, including the Baptists, Methodists, and Universalists. He examines the role of women in the church and the impact of the Second Great Awakening on the region. Throughout the book, Burgess draws on primary sources such as diaries, letters, and church records to provide a rich and detailed account of the religious history of New England. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religion in the United States, particularly in the New England region.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.