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Preeighteenth century America was a uniquely pragmatic, utopian societya new world in which the expectations of a new beginning brought by explorers, traders, and settlers often conflicted violently the Native Americans they encountered. In Era of Persuasion: American Thought and Culture 15211680, E. Brooks Holifield identifies the act of persuasion as the common ground on which these disparate groups stood.As he clearly documents and persuasively interprets an America that some readers may not recognize, Holifield includes compelling insights into the social expressions of Native Americans and Africans as well as Europeans. His view extends from the pueblos of New Mexico and the missions of France to the plantations of Virginia and the towns of New England. Era of Persuasion portrays an early American society populated by passionate visionaries with urgently persuasive purposes who lived by applied philosophy and inspired action, and will be appreciated by the curious reader and avid historian alike.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Era of Persuasion: American Thought and Culture, 1521–1680'? A: The main theme revolves around the act of persuasion as a common ground among different groups in pre-eighteenth century America, highlighting the conflicts and interactions between explorers, traders, settlers, Native Americans, and Africans.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is E. Brooks Holifield, who is associated with Emory University.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on October 15, 2004.
- Q: How many pages does 'Era of Persuasion' contain? A: The book contains 224 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Era of Persuasion' suitable for historians? A: Yes, the book provides compelling insights and interpretations that will be appreciated by both curious readers and avid historians.
- Q: What historical period does this book cover? A: The book covers the Colonial Period of America, specifically from 1521 to 1680.
- Q: Does the book discuss the perspectives of Native Americans and Africans? A: Yes, it includes insights into the social expressions and experiences of Native Americans and Africans, alongside those of Europeans.
- Q: What kind of audience would benefit from reading this book? A: The book is intended for readers interested in early American history, culture, and the dynamics of persuasion among diverse groups.
- Q: What makes this book unique compared to other historical texts? A: It uniquely emphasizes the act of persuasion as a critical factor in the interactions between different cultural groups in early America, providing a fresh perspective on historical events.