A History of Spiritualism and the Occult in Salem - The Rise of Witch City (Paperback)

Salem, Massachusetts, is the quintessential New England town, with its cobbled streets and strong ties to the sea. With the notoriety of the Salem witch trials, the city's reputation has been irrevocably linked to the occult. However, few know the history behind the religion of Spiritualism and the social movement that took root in this romanticized land. At the turn of the century, seers, mediums and magnetic healers all hoped to connect to the spiritual world. The popularity of Spiritualism and renewed interest in the occult blossomed out of an attempt to find an intellectual and emotional balance between science and religion. Learn of early converts, the role of the venerable Essex Institute and the psychic legacy of "Moll" Pitcher. Historian Maggi Smith-Dalton delves into Salem's exotic history, unraveling the beginnings of Spiritualism and the rise of the Witch City.

General

Imprint:	History Press (SC)
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	August 2012
First published:	August 2012
Authors:	Maggi Smith-Dalton
Dimensions:	226 x 150 x 10mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	158
ISBN-13:	978-1-60949-551-0
Categories:	Books > Humanities > History > American history > General Books > History > American history > General
LSN:	1-60949-551-9
Barcode:	9781609495510

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