The Labadist Colony in Maryland (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781025229867)

"The Labadist Colony in Maryland" by Bartlett Burleigh James offers a detailed historical account of the Labadist settlement on the eastern shore of Maryland in the late 17th century. The Labadists, followers of Jean de Labadie, were a Pietist religious community seeking to establish a communal life based on their spiritual beliefs. This book explores the origins, establishment, and eventual dissolution of their colony, providing valuable insights into the challenges and experiences of this unique religious experiment in colonial America.

James delves into the social, economic, and religious aspects of the Labadist community, drawing upon primary sources to reconstruct their daily life and interactions with the broader colonial society. This historical study sheds light on a little-known chapter of American religious history and offers a compelling narrative of a group striving to create a utopian society in a new world. It remains a significant resource for scholars and anyone interested in the history of religious communities and colonial Maryland.

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