Marsden, GM
Jonathan Edwards: A Life
- ISBN 13:
- 9780300105964
- author:
- Marsden, GM
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Yale University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 640
- Dimensions:
- 23.37 x 15.49 x 4.32 centimetres
- Genre:
- Religion & Beliefs
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Jonathan Edwards: A Life by George M. Marsden is a meticulously researched biography that offers a compelling portrait of one of America's most influential figures. Born in 1703, Edwards was a theologian and preacher who played a pivotal role in shaping the country's spiritual landscape. Marsden guides readers through Edwards' life with authority and fluidity, drawing on newly available sources to reveal the complex thinker and human being behind the famous sermon "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God". The biography explores how Edwards navigated the cultural and religious battles of colonial New England, where Native Americans, French Catholics, and English Protestants clashed. This nuanced portrayal sheds light on the contradictions that have defined American culture. A beautifully composed and deeply researched work, this biography provides a rich understanding of Edwards' life and thought, making it an essential read for anyone interested in American history and the country's spiritual heritage.
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