An investigation into how constructions of character in children's literature become cultural imprints that serve a functional purpose in the wider context of race and power.

In A Goodly Heritage , Cornelis Pronk surveys the history of the Secession of 1834, beginning with the events leading up to this important spiritual movement and subsequently following its long journey through the Netherlands and North America until 1892. He then focuses on a small minority that decided to continue as the original Christian Reformed Church, considering its growth and how it formulated theological positions in relation to several other Reformed denominations. Throughout, special attention is given to the doctrines of covenant, baptism, and the Holy Spirit’s ministry in applying salvation. This work not only explains the concerns of De Cock and other fathers of the Secession. It presses beyond the early years of the reform movement to present a larger picture of the developments of Secession theology and the contributions made by its main representatives.

A warm and folksy book in which the author has caught the spirit and flavor of a region, along with its history, natural charm, lore and folkways which make up its heritage.

John Carter was born in 1613 in London, England. His parents were John Carter and Bridget. He and his brother, Thomas, emigrated in 1635 and settled in Virginia. He married Jane Glyn, daughter of Morgan Glyn, in 1638 in London. Descendants and relatives lived mainly in Virginia and Ohio.