Survey of American Literature
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define Puritanism and state the major beliefs of Puritanism. Then analyze the elements of Puritanism that are evident in the works of Anne Bradstreet, Edward Taylor, and Jonathan Edwards. (Select at least one work by each writer to analyze.) What conflicts do these writers portray? What examples of spiritual, psychological, emotional, and physical conflicts can be found in their works? What themes do these writers express? Finally, discuss how each of these writers portrays God and the relationship between God and humanity.