Synopses & Reviews
The Puritans came to New England not merely to save their souls but to establish a visible kingdom of God, a society where outward conduct would be according to God's laws. This book discusses the desire of the Puritans to be socially virtuous and their wish to force social virtue upon others.
Description
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of Contents
Puritanism and society -- Husband and wife -- Parents and children -- The education of a saint -- Masters and servants -- The family in the social order -- Puritan tribalism.