Albion's Seed

Discover the origins of American folkways in this cultural history of the United States. From the earliest English settlements to modern times, the book argues that the country's British cultural origins continue to shape its regional cultures today. Explore the different folkways of four groups of English-speaking immigrants, including the Puritans, Royalists, Quakers, and backcountry settlers, who brought distinctive dialects, customs, and ideas to America. Learn how these differences continue to impact American politics, education, gender, and violence, and how together they created a cultural pluralism that has made the country more libertarian.