The written word has had a powerful affect on American culture. Early Puritan literature to contemporary writing has influenced politics, theology, morals, values, and much more. The revolutionary era introduced us to writers who set a standard of American patriotism, while romantic writers questioned our thoughts and broadened our horizons. Early Puritan writing was a factor in our country’s success, while transcendentalists went against tradition and explored our spiritual life. Finally Contemporary literature goes …showed first 75 words of 2166 total…

…showed last 75 words of 2166 total…inspired soldiers, drafted our freedom and gave birth to true patriotism. Romanticists, transcendentalists, and anti-transcendentalists plunged head first into the world of mystery and spirituality, both good and bad. Lastly contemporary writers developed strong voices and bold opinions, therefore educating us all in a variety of subjects. American Literature has come a long way. From the early puritan writing to contemporary writers, each literary era has had literature that raised questions and changed readers minds.