Louis Booker Wright bol americký autor, pedagóg a knihovník. Wright bol riaditeľom Folger Shakespeare Library a autorom mnohých kníh o koloniálnom období Ameriky.
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The Alliance between Piety and Commerce in English Expansion, 1558-1625
The book explores the foundational beliefs of the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras regarding the British Empire, particularly the conviction that expanding the kingdom of God would yield material rewards. It highlights the influential roles of ships' chaplains, company preachers, and notable clergymen like Hakluyt and Purchas in promoting the concept of empire as a divine mission. Through this lens, the author delves into the ideational origins that shaped imperial ambitions and the mindset of the time.
Focusing on the motivations behind England's colonization of the southern Atlantic seaboard, this volume explores the dreams and aspirations that drove expansion into what is now the southern United States. The author delves into the implications of this colonization, offering a unique interpretation that sheds light on a pivotal moment in history. Praised for its engaging writing style, the book provides valuable insights into the factors that shaped early American settlement.