Publisher's Synopsis
Narratives of the Witchcraft Cases 1648 to 1706 is a historical book written by George Lincoln Burr. The book is a collection of primary sources and narratives that document the witchcraft trials that took place in the American colonies between 1648 and 1706. The book provides an in-depth look at the social, cultural, and religious factors that contributed to the witch hunts of this period.The book is divided into three parts, each covering a different period of the witchcraft trials. Part one covers the period from 1648 to 1663, which includes the infamous witch trials in Salem, Massachusetts. Part two covers the period from 1663 to 1680, which saw a decline in the number of witchcraft cases. Part three covers the period from 1680 to 1706, which saw a resurgence of witchcraft trials.The narratives in the book include court records, letters, and personal accounts of those involved in the trials. The book also includes analysis and commentary from the author, providing context and insight into the events that took place.Overall, Narratives of the Witchcraft Cases 1648 to 1706 is a comprehensive and informative book that sheds light on a dark period in American history. It is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of witchcraft and the witch trials in colonial America.1914. A volume in the Original Narratives of Early American History series. These narratives of witchcraft are no fairy tales. Weird as they seem to us, they were the most intense of realities to thousands of men and women in 17th century America. They were the bulletins of a war more actual, more cruel, more momentous, than any fray of flesh and blood. To those enlisted in this war in the age-long war of Heaven with Hell, they were instruction, encouragement and appeal. To count the matter a panic local to New England, or even a passing madness in the Christian world, is to take a narrow view of history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
