Publisher's Synopsis
""An Historical Survey Of Controversies Pertaining To The Rights������� Of Conscience, From The English Reformation To The Settlement Of New England"" is a book written by Edward Bean Underhill in 1851. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the controversies surrounding the rights of conscience in England and the New England colonies during the period of the English Reformation. The author explores the various religious and political conflicts that arose during this time, with a particular focus on the Puritan movement and the establishment of religious freedom in the American colonies. Underhill examines the role of key figures such as John Calvin, Martin Luther, and William Penn in shaping the debate on religious liberty, and highlights the challenges faced by dissenters who sought to practice their faith freely.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which examines a different aspect of the controversy surrounding the rights of conscience. Topics covered include the persecution of dissenters, the establishment of the Church of England, the rise of Puritanism, and the impact of the English Civil War on religious freedom.Overall, ""An Historical Survey Of Controversies Pertaining To The Rights������� Of Conscience, From The English Reformation To The Settlement Of New England"" provides a detailed and insightful account of the struggles for religious liberty in England and the New World. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religious freedom and the development of modern democracy.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.
