Reasons For Concluding That The Act Of 1711, Reversing The Attainders Of The Persons Convicted Of Witchcraft In Massachusetts, In The Year 1692, Becam

""Reasons For Concluding That The Act Of 1711, Reversing The Attainders Of The Persons Convicted Of Witchcraft In Massachusetts, In The Year 1692, Became A Law"" is a historical book written by Abner Cheney Goodell Jr. The book, published in 1884, provides a detailed analysis of the Act of 1711, which reversed the convictions of those accused of witchcraft during the Salem Witch Trials in 1692.Goodell Jr. examines the historical context of the Salem Witch Trials and the political climate in Massachusetts at the time of the Act's passage. He argues that the Act was a response to the growing public backlash against the witch trials and the wrongful convictions of innocent people.The book also provides a comprehensive overview of the legal process that led to the Act's passage, including the debates and discussions that took place in the Massachusetts General Court. Goodell Jr. uses primary sources, such as court records and legislative documents, to support his arguments and provide a detailed account of this important moment in American history.Overall, ""Reasons For Concluding That The Act Of 1711, Reversing The Attainders Of The Persons Convicted Of Witchcraft In Massachusetts, In The Year 1692, Became A Law"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Salem Witch Trials and the legal and political history of early America.Being A Reply To Supplementary Notes, Etc. By George H. Moore.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.