Counselman, Mary Elizabeth 1911-1995 creator text utu 2010 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Witch-Burning" by Mary Elizabeth Counselman is a poem published in the mid-20th century, specifically appearing in the October 1936 issue of "Weird Tales." The poem explores the grim topic of witch trials, vividly depicting the harrowing experience of a witch being burned at the stake. It reflects the societal tensions and emotions surrounding such events, capturing both the fear of the accused and the fervor of the accusers. The piece portrays the tragic fate of a young witch in Bingham Square, detailing her execution in a dramatic style that evokes both horror and pity. As the townsfolk gather to witness the event, their mixed emotions of hatred and scorn surface, particularly through images of a huswife cursing her and a huckster throwing stones. The poem contrasts the raw violence of the act with the witch's defiance, highlighting her terror yet also her composure. In the end, her anguished cries resonate, suggesting that while her body is destroyed, the impact of her execution lingers on in the collective memory of the spectators. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2010-05-23 Produced by Greg Weeks, Jana Srna and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Poetry PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32493 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32493 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133736.0 32493