Religious Faith in Early American Poetry
Words: 736 Pages: 2 2264Introduction Anne Bradstreet, a pioneering female poet in 17th-century America, is often celebrated for her subtle yet powerful challenges to the patriarchal norms of her Puritan society. Despite her feminist leanings, Bradstreet's work reflects a deep entanglement with the religious doctrines that governed her life. Her poetry, often infused with personal reflections, reveals a complex interplay between her devotion to her husband and her faith in God, raising intriguing questions about her feminist identity and religious ethics. The Puritan faith […]