Routledge - Adam in Seventeenth Century Political Writing

Explore the religious foundations of seventeenth-century political thought with this scholarly study from Routledge. This book provides a detailed examination of how the figure and story of Adam shaped political theories in both England and New England. By looking at the biblical significance of Adam, the text offers a deeper perspective on the development of early modern governance. The study investigates a wide range of historical writings to understand how Adam was used to build theories of the polity. It analyzes the work of influential figures including Roger Williams, John Eliot, Gerrard Winstanley, John Milton, and John Locke. This research provides a necessary counterpoint to over-simplified views of modern secular politics by showing how deeply religious narratives influenced political structures during this era. It is an essential resource for students and historians interested in the intersection of theology and political science in the seventeenth century.