The Wars of the Lord

Matthew J. Tuininga explores how Puritan Christianity deeply influenced the spiritual and military actions of New England colonists, shaping events from peaceable missions to violent conquests. The audiobook examines the complex relationship between faith and violence during key conflicts like the Pequot War and King Philip's War, revealing how religious principles were used to justify both acts of justice and warfare. It presents the perspectives of both colonists and Native Americans, offering a nuanced view of this turbulent history.