New England's Place In The History Of Witchcraft (1911)

New England's Place in the History of Witchcraft is a non-fiction book written by George Lincoln Burr in 1911. The book provides a detailed account of the witchcraft trials that took place in New England during the 17th century. Burr examines the social, cultural, and religious factors that contributed to the witch hunts in the region.The book begins with an overview of witchcraft beliefs and practices in Europe, which were brought over to the New World by colonists. Burr then delves into the infamous Salem Witch Trials of 1692, which resulted in the execution of 20 people accused of practicing witchcraft.Burr also explores lesser-known cases of witchcraft trials in other parts of New England, including Connecticut and Rhode Island. He discusses the role of religion in these trials, as well as the political and economic motivations behind them.Throughout the book, Burr challenges popular myths and misconceptions about witchcraft in New England. He argues that the witch hunts were not simply a result of superstition and hysteria, but were also influenced by social and cultural factors such as gender roles, class tensions, and the fear of outsiders.New England's Place in the History of Witchcraft is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of a dark chapter in American history. Burr's meticulous research and analysis shed light on the complex dynamics that led to the persecution of innocent people, and offer valuable lessons for understanding the impact of fear and prejudice in society.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.