The New England Town: A Way of Life.

The article presents an exploration into the rural town structure and social order of New England during the mid-18th century. Details are given describing the various aspects of the community, including the strong central influences of religious and social doctrines of simplicity, community and orderliness. The prevalent characteristics of the social classes and hierarchies within New England rural life are discussed. Description is offered of the most common population of yeoman farmers. Further subjects addressed include the status of women in that era, the extent of transportation and commercial infrastructure, and the development of cultural institutions.