Benjamin Tompson, 1642-1714

The book ""Benjamin Tompson, 1642-1714: First Native Born Poet Of America"" by Benjamin Tompson is a comprehensive biography of the life and works of one of the most important figures in American literature. Tompson was the first native-born poet in America and played a significant role in shaping the literary landscape of the country.The book begins with an introduction to Tompson's early life, including his upbringing in colonial New England and his education at Harvard College. It then goes on to explore his career as a poet, including his most famous works such as ""New England's Crisis"" and ""The Leachcraft.""Throughout the book, the author provides detailed analysis of Tompson's poetry, examining its themes, structure, and historical context. The book also includes a discussion of Tompson's role in the Puritan community and his relationship with other important figures of the time, such as Cotton Mather and Increase Mather.Overall, ""Benjamin Tompson, 1642-1714: First Native Born Poet Of America"" is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of American literature and the early colonial period. It offers a fascinating insight into the life and works of one of the most important figures of the time and sheds light on the cultural and literary developments of the period.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.