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The Witchcraft Delusion of 1692
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Mythology & FolkloreColonial Period (1600-1775)General World History
ISBN13: 9781023530279
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 54
Weight: 0.20
Height: 0.11 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Delve into the dark heart of colonial America with The Witchcraft Delusion of 1692, a historical examination of the infamous Salem witch trials. This meticulous account explores the events that gripped New England, fueled by fear, superstition, and the rigid beliefs of the Puritan community. Explore the social and historical context that allowed accusations of witchcraft to spread like wildfire, leading to persecution and tragedy.
This account sheds light on the dynamics within colonial society, revealing the anxieties and tensions that underpinned the witch hunt hysteria. A vital text for understanding this pivotal moment in American history, The Witchcraft Delusion of 1692 remains a compelling and unsettling reminder of the dangers of mass hysteria and the fragility of justice. Discover the forces at play during one of the most haunting episodes in United States history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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