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_aUpham, Charles Wentworth, _d1802-1875 |
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_aSalem Witchcraft, Volumes I and II : _bWith an Account of Salem Village and a History of Opinions on Witchcraft and Kindred Subjects |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2006 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2006-02-24 | ||
| 508 | _aLinda Cantoni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team | ||
| 520 | _a"Salem Witchcraft, Volumes I and II" by Charles Wentworth Upham is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book delves into the infamous witchcraft trials of 1692 in Salem Village, presenting a detailed examination of the events, societal influences, and implications surrounding the hysteria that led to the execution of numerous individuals accused of witchcraft. Upham aims to shed light on a pivotal moment in American history, focusing on the psychological and social dynamics that contributed to this dark chapter. The opening of the text introduces the reader to the author's intent and background for the work, originally based on lectures given years prior. Upham emphasizes the significance of understanding historical events to learn from the past and to foster a more informed society. He outlines the aim to provide a thorough and accurate portrayal of the witch trials, highlighting how misinformation can distort public perception and memory. This introduction sets the stage for a detailed inquiry into the trials, encouraging readers to reflect on the broader implications of fear and superstition within society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aWitchcraft -- Massachusetts -- Salem -- History -- 17th century | ||
| 653 | _aSalem (Mass.) -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775 | ||
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