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Some Phases of Sexual Morality and Church Discipline in Colonial New England

By Charles Francis Adams
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An historical study examines sexual conduct and ecclesiastical discipline in seventeenth- and eighteenth-century New England, using church records, court papers, and personal documents to reveal practices, enforcement mechanisms, and community reactions; it challenges nostalgic assumptions of greater past purity, records instances of illegitimacy and parish censures, explores how sensitive material was suppressed or preserved, and advocates that learned societies serve as appropriate repositories for candid scholarly treatment of delicate aspects of social and religious life.

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Charles Francis Adams

Charles Francis Adams was an American author and historian, known for his insightful analyses of American society and history. He was a member of the prominent Adams family and contributed significantly to the understanding of colonial New England and the evolution of American morals and governance. His notable works include "'Tis Sixty Years Since," an address reflecting on historical perspectives, and "Imperialism" and "The Tracks of Our Forefathers," which explore themes of national identity and heritage. Adams also examined contemporary issues in his writings on railroad accidents and sexual morality, providing a multifaceted view of the societal challenges of his time.

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