Delve into the intricate cultural politics of Puritanism and its resonance within the early American Republic. Gould’s insightful study masterfully connects the literary world of historical romance with rigorous scholarship on Republican political culture. It offers a profound exploration of historical memory and the ideological debates that shaped a nascent nation. This book is an indispensable resource for academics, students of American literature and history, and enthusiasts interested in the intertwined evolution of political thought and narrative in America.