Anne Bradstreet (Christian Biographies for Young Readers)

Carr, Simonetta; Abraxas, Matt (illustrator)

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Did you know that the first published poet in America was a woman? As an American colonist, Anne Bradstreet's poems give us a unique window into early colonial life. In this Christian Biography for Young Readers, Simonetta Carr shows us how Bradstreet overcame opposition from those who thought only men should write to produce beautiful poetry that encourages the church today. Complete with excerpts from her writings and engaging illustrations, Bradstreet's story will remind you of the beauty of God's creation, His faithfulness, and His unfailing promises.
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  • Cover Type
    Hardcover
  • ISBN
    9798886861006
  • Page Count
    64
  • Publisher
    Reformation Heritage Books
  • Publication Date
    May 2024

Endorsements (3)

“A captivating insight into the turbulent consequences of the seventeenth century’s Great Ejection and one young girl’s remarkable journey of courageous faith. As Carr traces the life of poet Anne Bradstreet, readers of all ages will be inspired by one woman’s steadfast conviction of the goodness and power of God through suffering and her insistence on seeing beauty through brokenness.”

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Emily Lucas

tutor for women and student welfare, tutor in the Priscilla Programme, and tutor in church history, Union School of Theology, London

“In this book, Simonetta Carr offers a wonderful, compelling portrait of Anne Bradstreet, a devout Christian and arguably the most important poet in colonial America.”

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Thomas S. Kidd

author of America's Religious History and research professor of church history, Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

“A readable and engaging biography of America's first woman poet that highlights the importance of religious faith in her life.”

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Francis J. Bremer

author of Puritanism: A Very Short Introduction and John Winthrop: America's Forgotten Founding Father

About the Author

Simonetta Carr was born in Italy and has lived and worked in different cultures. A former elementary school teacher, she homeschooled her eight children for many years. She has written for newspapers and magazines around the world and has translated the works of several Christian authors into Italian. Presently, she lives in San Diego with her husband, Thomas, and family. She is a member of Christ United Reformed Church, Santee, California.

Matt Abraxas has traveled from California to France, studying different approaches to art. He enjoys creating and teaching art and currently exhibits his work at the SmithKlein Gallery in Boulder, Colorado. Matt lives with his wife, Rebecca, and two sons, Zorba and Rainer, in Lafayette, Colorado.

Anne Bradstreet (Christian Biographies for Young Readers) - Carr, Simonetta; Abraxas, Matt (illustrator) - 9798886861006
Reformation Heritage Books

Anne Bradstreet (Christian Biographies for Young Readers)

$18.18 $20.00
Did you know that the first published poet in America was a woman? As an American colonist, Anne Bradstreet's poems give us a unique window into early colonial life. In this Christian Biography for Young Readers, Simonetta Carr shows us how Bradstreet overcame opposition from those who thought only men should write to produce beautiful poetry that encourages the church today. Complete with excerpts from her writings and engaging illustrations, Bradstreet's story will remind you of the beauty of God's creation, His faithfulness, and His unfailing promises.

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