The Life and Times of Cotton Mather by Kenneth Silverman
This biography delves into the life of Cotton Mather, a prominent figure in colonial New England's Puritan society. It explores his role in the infamous Salem witch trials, his efforts to reconcile science and religion, and his deep-seated belief in the supernatural. The book also examines Mather's personal life, highlighting his relationships, health struggles, and his own internal conflicts between faith and reason. It provides an in-depth look at a man often seen as a symbol of the rigid and superstitious early American mindset.
The 10884th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1984
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 800
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- Pulitzer Prize for Biography or Autobiography (Pulitzer Prize)