Memoir Of Michael Wigglesworth: Author Of The Day Of Doom (1871)

The Memoir of Michael Wigglesworth: Author of The Day of Doom is a book written by John Ward Dean and published in 1871. The book is a detailed account of the life of Michael Wigglesworth, who was a Puritan minister and poet in colonial America. Wigglesworth is best known for his famous poem, The Day of Doom, which was published in 1662 and became one of the most popular works of literature in early America. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Wigglesworth's life, from his childhood and education to his career as a minister and writer. It also includes information about his family, his religious beliefs, and his involvement in the Puritan community. The author, John Ward Dean, was a historian and biographer who was interested in the lives of early American writers and thinkers. His book on Wigglesworth is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of colonial America, the Puritan religion, or early American literature. Overall, the Memoir of Michael Wigglesworth is a fascinating and informative book that sheds light on the life and work of one of the most important writers of early America.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.