The History of Witchcraft in America

By Charles Wentworth Upham, Howard Williams, Increase Mather, Cotton Mather, Allen Putnam, Frederick George Lee, James Thacher, M. V. B. Perley, John M. Taylor, William P. Upham, M. Schele de Vere, Samuel Roberts Wells

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The anthology 'The History of Witchcraft in America' presents an enthralling exploration of the varied and multifaceted narratives surrounding witchcraft in the American context. Spanning from deeply entrenched superstitions to the sociopolitical dimensions of witch trials, the collection navigates the complex themes of fear, scapegoating, and societal hysteria. Through a blend of historical accounts, philosophical treatises, and cultural analyses, the book offers a diverse stylistic panorama that encapsulates the eeriness and intrigue of its subject matter. Among its standout pieces are those that weave together oppressive puritanical ethos with intricate archival research, unraveling the enduring legacy of witchcraft in American conscience without isolating any single voice. The contributing authors are stalwarts in their respective fields, collectively bringing forth a trove of historical and cultural insights that expand the anthology's depth. Figures like Increase and Cotton Mather are crucial, with their perspectives entrenched in the religious fervor of their time, providing invaluable documentation and analysis of the supernatural beliefs that gripped early America. The anthology as a whole is emblematic of the broader 19th-century fascination with esotericism and spiritualism, inviting readers to reconsider the dark recesses of past societal psyche through a multitude of scholarly lenses. This carefully curated collection recommends itself to anyone keen on traversing the shadowy yet enlightening corridors of America's witchcraft history. Its ambition to present a kaleidoscope of perspectives makes it not only educational but also a vital discourse for understanding historical complexities laid bare through meticulous research. By reading it, one embarks on a journey that is as much about the societies that feared witches as it is about the witches themselves—an insightful tapestry woven from the fibers of America's haunted heritage. The anthology serves as a scholarly resource that urges readers to engage in a stimulating dialogue with its authors through the pages of history.

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GenreHistory, Literary Classics

Length88 hrs 52 mins

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FormateBook with Audio

Publish dateNov 9, 2023

LanguageEnglish

1Preface

2Chapter I.

3Chapter I.

4Chapter II.

5Chapter III.

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6Chapter I.

7Chapter II.

8Chapter III.

9Chapter IV.

10Chapter V.

11Chapter VI.

12Chapter VII.

13Chapter VIII.

14Chapter IX.

15Chapter X.

16The Wonders of the Invisible World by Cotton Mather and Increase Mather

17The Author&#x27;s Defence

18Enchantments Encountered

19An Abstract of Mr. Perkins&#x27;s Way for the Discovery of Witches

20An Hortatory and Necessary Address, to a Country Now Extraordinarily Alarum&#x27;d by the Wrath of the Devil

21A Narrative of an Apparition which a Gentleman in Boston, had of His Brother, Just Then Murthered in London

22A Modern Instance of Witches, Discovered and Condemned in a Tryal, Before that Celebrated Judge, Sir Matthew Hale

23I. The Tryal of G. B. at a Court of Oyer and Terminer, Held in Salem, 1692

24II. The Tryal of Bridget Bishop, Alias Oliver, at the Court of Oyer and Terminer, Held at Salem, June 2. 1692

25III. The Tryal of Susanna Martin, at the Court of Oyer and Terminer, Held by Adjournment at Salem, June 29. 1692

26IV. The Tryal of Elizabeth How, at the Court of Oyer and Terminer, Held by Adjournment at Salem, June 30. 1692

27V. The Trial of Martha Carrier, at the Court of Oyer and Terminer, Held by Adjournment at Salem, August 2. 1692

28Matter Omitted in the Trials

29The Devil Discovered

30A True Narrative of some Remarkable Passages relating to sundry Persons afflicted by Witchcraft at Salem Village in New-England, which happened from the 19th. of March to the 5th. of April, 1692.

31Remarks of things more than ordinary about the Afflicted Persons

32Remarks concerning the Accused

33A Further Account of the Tryals of the New-England Witches, Sent in a Letter from Thence, to a Gentleman in London

34Christian Reader

35Cases of Conscience Concerning Witchcrafts

36Postscript

37Preface

38Map and Illustrations

39Index to the Map

40Town of Salem

41Grants

42Farms