C: Edward Taylor (1645-1729)

Huswifery
http://www.puritansermons.com/poetry/taylor14.htm

Thesis Statement
In the Edwards Taylor's poem "Huswifery", he uses literary conceit, imagery and rhyme to compare to the process of making a preacher clothes to the process of cleansing his soul in order to gain God's grace.

Reflection
The use of deep literary conceit through out the poem impressed me because it shows the strong sense of spirituality and Puritanism that is ingrained in Edward Taylor. He uses the metaphor unwavering throughout the poem and uses descriptive imagery that allows the reader to envision the physical and spiritual process taking place. Also he uses an uncommon and original metaphor to spin a pragmatic message about gaining God's grace.