Early New England Catechisms (1898)

Early New England Catechisms is a book written by Wilberforce Eames, originally published in 1898. The book is a collection of religious texts and catechisms that were used in early New England during the 17th and 18th centuries. The texts were primarily used to teach Puritan beliefs and values to children and young adults, and were an important tool in the religious education of the time. The book includes a variety of catechisms, including the Westminster Shorter Catechism, the New England Primer, and the Assembly's Catechism. It also includes lesser-known texts such as the Boston Catechism, the Shorter Catechism of the Reverend John Cotton, and the Catechism of the Reverend Increase Mather. In addition to the texts themselves, Eames provides historical context and analysis of the catechisms, including their origins, use, and impact on early New England society. He also includes biographical information on the authors of the texts and the religious leaders who promoted their use. Overall, Early New England Catechisms provides a valuable insight into the religious education of early New England, and the role that these texts played in shaping the beliefs and values of the time.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.