Publisher's Synopsis
Bonifacius: An Essay Upon the Good That Is to Be Devised and Designed is a book written by Cotton Mather, an influential Puritan minister, in 1710. The book is a collection of essays that provide guidance on how to live a virtuous life and contribute to the betterment of society. The title, Bonifacius, is Latin for ""good maker"" or ""doer of good."" Mather's essays cover a wide range of topics, including education, charity, public service, and religious devotion. He emphasizes the importance of self-improvement and encourages readers to use their talents and resources to benefit others. Mather also advocates for the establishment of institutions, such as schools and libraries, that promote learning and civic engagement.The book is written in a highly moralistic and didactic style, reflecting the Puritan emphasis on personal responsibility and the pursuit of righteousness. Mather draws on biblical teachings and classical literature to support his arguments, and his writing is characterized by a fervent belief in the power of individuals to make a positive impact on the world.Bonifacius was widely read in its time and had a significant influence on American culture and society. It is considered a classic of early American literature and a key text in the history of American moral philosophy.1710. This essay is by those who desire to answer the great end of life and to do good while they live. It is a book offered, first, in general, unto all Christians, in a personal capacity, or in a relative. Then more particularly unto magistrates, unto ministers, unto physicians, unto lawyers, unto schoolmasters, unto wealthy gentlemen, unto several sorts of officers, unto churches, and unto all societies of a religious character and intention, with humble proposals of unexceptional methods to do good in the world. Old English text.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.
