The Salem Witch Trials - A Reference Guide (Hardcover, Annotated Ed)

Part of the enduring fascination of the Salem witch trials is the fact that, to date, no one theory has been able to fully explain the events that ravaged Salem in 1692. Countless causes, from ergot-infected rye to actual demonic posession, have been offered to explain why the accusations and erratic behavior of seven village girls left hundreds accused, over 20 dead, and the townspeople of eastern Massachusetts shaken. Through a multitude of resources, this authoritative source explores this tumultuous episode in early American history, including the religious and political climate of Puritan New England; the testimony and examinations given at the trials; the accusers and their relationships to the accused; major interpretations of the events, from the 17th century to the present day; and the aftermath of the trials and their impact on later generations. This jam-packed documentary and reference guide includes: Five thematic essays exploring the event, including historical background, interpretations, and aftermath biographical sketches of every major player involved in the trials, from ministers to afflicted girls fifty primary document excerpts, including petitions, letters, and revealing trial testimony a chronology of events an annotated bibliography of print and nonprint sources for further research a glossary of key names, terms, and language used at the trials over 25 photos of depictions and historical sites A must-have for any student of American history, this resource gives a unique glimpse into the 17th century politics, religious culture, and gender issues that created the Salem witchcraft episode, and gives context to an impact that still resonates today, in everythingfrom modern political life to popular culture.

General

Imprint:	Greenwood Press
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	December 2007
First published:	December 2007
Authors:	K. David Goss
Dimensions:	254 x 178 x 19mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	208
Edition:	Annotated Ed
ISBN-13:	978-0-313-32095-8
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > General Books > Humanities > History > General Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Alternative belief systems > Occult studies > Witchcraft Books > History > General Books > Religion & Spirituality > Alternative belief systems > Occult studies > Witchcraft Promotions
LSN:	0-313-32095-0
Barcode:	9780313320958

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