The Intellectual Culture of Puritan Women, 1558-1680

Name: The Intellectual Culture of Puritan Women, 1558-1680
Brand: Palgrave Macmillan

Palgrave Macmillan

Explore the groundbreaking study of Puritan women's intellectual contributions between 1558 and 1680. This book challenges the traditional view that women were excluded from male culture and that Puritanism stifled creativity. Discover how Puritanism in early modern England actually shaped and amplified the significant roles women played in their culture. Featuring essays by leading scholars, this collection introduces previously overlooked writers like Elizabeth Isham and Elizabeth Melville, and offers fresh perspectives on renowned figures such as Lady Mary Sidney Herbert and Anne Locke. The book highlights the interwoven local, national, and international connections within early modern Puritan culture, including networks of patronage, translation, and correspondence. Key Features: * First comprehensive study on Puritan women's intellectual culture. * Reveals substantial and leading contributions of women to their culture. * Introduces new writers and re-examines well-known figures. * Explores the diverse dimensions of early modern Puritan culture. Product Summary: Palgrave Macmillan, Intellectual Culture of Puritan Women 1558-1680, Paperback, English edition, written by Elizabeth Scott-Baumann, ISBN 9781137503671, 272 pages, published June 2015.