Diane E. Foulds
Death in Salem
- ISBN 13:
- 9780762784974
- author:
- Diane E. Foulds
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Globe Pequot Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 140 mm X 216 mm
- Genre:
- Biography ; Autobiography
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Salem witchcraft trials remain a haunting chapter in American history. In 1692, more than 150 people were arrested and an estimated 25 million Americans are descended from those executed. This complex time is often shrouded in mystery, but Diane E. Foulds sheds new light on the lives of the individuals involved. By examining the personal stories of those who lived through this period, Foulds reveals how hardships and tragedies shaped their behavior and ultimately contributed to the witch hunt's outcome. From the experiences of ordinary people like Mercy Short, who witnessed her parents' brutal murder by Native Americans, to the life of Puritan minister Cotton Mather, who outlived most of his children, this book offers a fresh perspective on the Salem drama. Death in Salem profiles each of these historical personalities, asking why they were targeted. This thought-provoking exploration provides a clear-eyed look at one of America's most infamous episodes and is a compelling read for anyone interested in history and human experience.
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