Deism In American Thought

Deism in American Thought is a comprehensive study of the role of Deism in shaping American intellectual and cultural history. Written by historians Riley and Woodbridge, this book traces the influence of Deism on American thought from the colonial period to the early 19th century. The authors explore the origins of Deism in Europe and its spread to America, as well as the ways in which it influenced the religious, political, and social beliefs of early Americans. They examine the contributions of key figures such as Thomas Paine, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson, and analyze the impact of Deism on American literature, education, and social reform movements. This book provides a fascinating look at the intellectual and cultural history of America and sheds light on the enduring influence of Deism on American thought and society.THIS 48 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: American Thought: From Puritanism to Pragmatism, by Woodbridge Riley. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766105679.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.