The Salem Witch Hunt: A Captivating Guide to the Hunt and Trials of People Accused of Witchcraft in Colonial Massachusetts

by Captivating History

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Decades after witch-hunting had begun to die down in Europe, North America was about to witness its bloodiest witch hunt in history. The Massachusetts of 1692 was a very different one to the state we know today. Populated by colonists, many of them a generation or less from life in an England bathed in religious turmoil, Massachusetts was not the safe haven that the fleeing Puritans had hoped it would be. Persecuted for their faith in Europe, the Puritans had pictured a kind of utopia founded on biblical principles. They saw the New World as a new beginning, a kind of second chance for humanity. It would be only 72 years after the arrival of the Mayflower that the events in Salem would make it blatantly obvious that humanity had already blown it again.

This is not the story of the trials. This is the story of its people. This is not an attempt to explain the events of 1692. It is an attempt to bring to life the victims who died so unjustly. In this book, we will walk side by side with the destitute Sarah Good as she realizes that after having lost all she owns, her reputation, her baby, and even her life will still be taken from her. We stand at the bar with Rebecca Nurse, a sweet little old lady who is sentenced to hang for what she must have perceived to be the most heinous of crimes. We witness George Burroughs at the gallows, a former minister now condemned to die for his supposed alliance with Satan, as he delivers a speech so stirring that it takes quick thinking from his enemies to prevent the crowd from rushing forth to cut him down. We feel our own breaths catching as we watch the cruel and greedy Sheriff George Corwin piling rocks onto the fragile eighty-year-old body of Giles Corey, who is determined to die without entering a plea so that his sons will still get the inheritance he promised them.

We will walk through this history in the footprints of those who suffered the hardest in it. The Salem witch hunt and trials killed many and ruined the lives of countless others. And this is their story.

In The Salem Witch Hunt: A Captivating Guide to the Hunt and Trials of People Accused of Witchcraft in Colonial Massachusetts, you will discover topics such as
Witches in Europe Salem Strange Afflictions The Affliction of Elizabeth Hubbard The Confession of Tituba Fuel on the Fire The Madness Intensifies The Reverend in League with the Devil The First Casualty Hanging A Bid for Mercy The Reverend Hangs Crushed Eight Innocent Firebrands Glimmers of Sense Not Guilty The Last Casualty Life After the Trials The Second Salem Remembering Salem And much, much more! So if you want to learn more about the Salem Witch Hunt, scroll up and click the "add to cart" button!

Genres: History, Nonfiction, American History, Witches, Historical, Ebooks, Amazon

118 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 5, 2019

Reviews

[Lisa Konet · Rating 5 out of 5]

Again, I am addicted to Captivating History series. It was good to revisit the horrors of the Salem Witch Trials and the people who were accused and killed unfairly. I learned a lot about the backgrounds of each person who was important in the trials and why were there supposedly guilty. At the time, many people were leaving many parts of Europe for religious persecution and going to America seemed like a way out and it was for awhile... until people started dying mysteriously. It was too easy to blame these deaths and sudden illnesses on outsiders.

Highly recommended and free for Amazon Prime members!

[Ezzah Babar · Rating 5 out of 5]

So dark! Such a monstrous event to have taken place in the history of our species by members of our species. It truly is a cautionary tale, one that reminds us of how easy it is to be swept into falsehood and viciousness especially if the crowd advocates for it. Let's hope history never repeats itself.

[Maryam Hameed · Rating 4 out of 5]

multiple times while reading though this, i had to remind myself that this isnt merely fiction but a recounting of how terrifying humans can truly be as an individual and as a community

[Melisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thought that this was an excellent overview of the events in Salem. I enjoyed that much of it was written from the point of view of the people who were victims of the hysteria.

[Jim · Rating 4 out of 5]

I had heard about the Salem witch trials all my life but I had no idea they were like this. It was appalling though the more I read history the less shocking stories like this become.
It was interesting that so many of the persons involved on both sides of these trials were connected with Harvard College (Samuel Parris, George Burroughs, Cotton & Increase Mather, Horace Gray, and William Stoughton).
In the few pages there were to communicate the story I thought it did a decent job of covering the salient details of the persons, places, and atmosphere of the events.

[The Booked Mama · Rating 2 out of 5]

In 1692 Salem, Massachusetts was swept up in witch hysteria. Accusations that started in the home of Samuel Parris quickly spread throughout Salem and the surrounding areas. Soon over 200 people would find themselves accused of witchcraft and before the madness was shut down 24 people lost their lives. "The Salem Witch Hunt" covers all of the basics regarding the hysteria but never truly dives deep into what caused the issues and grazes over the victims' stories. I listened to the audiobook version of "The Salem Witch Hunt" and as a Massachusetts native was surprised to hear several key names and towns pronounced incorrectly which all could have been easily researched for accuracy. With so many books, podcasts and documentaries out there covering the Salem Witch Trials this wouldn't be my first recommendation to someone interested in learning more about this horrific part of New England history.

[Paige Realmuto · Rating 3 out of 5]

Definitely a quick, fun, and easy way to learn more about the Salem witch hunt/trials that I have always found fascinating. The book tells the story about the different victims and why they may have been targeted, as well as possible explanations for the “fits” of the afflicted and the aftermath of the trials both in Salem and the United States. One of my favorite little tidbits was learning that there was an important father and son team with the names Increase and Cotton.

[DOUGLAS J BERRY · Rating 5 out of 5]

Depressing.

Captivating history freebie. These histories are accurate and give you a quick look at historical events. This book looks at the Salem witch trials. I live in Massachusetts near salem. It is quite depressing to think that these people good on each other with so little reason and no real evidence. Jane swift, a governer of Massachusetts in the mid 2000's finally signed paperwork to put this to rest.

[Stacie · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very good read if you are interested in the history of the Salem Witch Trials. I've recently found links back to several individuals (on both sides) in my family tree, so this was one of the books I started reading in my quest to learn more. It's a very "human" retelling of the story, rather than just dry historical reading.

[Carie Lawrence · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good read! Quick, easy to read, and full of information about specific figures in the Salem Witch trials. I was hoping for more information on the Wilkins family who played a big part in the trials as well but no mention of them. Great book, still, and would recommend for anyone who liked history and history on persecution of witches.

[Susan Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an absolute amazing new look into the Salem Witch Trials. I love the way the author researched each and every individual involved and was able to paint an actual picture in the readers mind of not just what the individual looked like but also of that individual's personality and life in that time. It gives readers a whole new and different way to study the Salem Witch Trials.

[Jess Conley · Rating 3 out of 5]

Wish that it was laid out a little more clearly. I felt like in was constantly reading lists of names and had to keep redirecting my focus. Enjoyed the stories, just wish they were separated a little more.

[Lena · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've never read any other books about the Salem witch hunt so this book was interesting. I know there were witch hunts in Sweden too where I grew up but apart from learning about it in school, I've not read anything about it.

[Ione DeOllos · Rating 5 out of 5]

By looking at the individuals involved in both sides of the trials, this book provides a unique perspective on the event and the social pressures that fired the Salem witch hunt. The result is a.glimpse of a different, but truly fascinating, look into the event.

[Frances Player · Rating 5 out of 5]

looking for a quick history refresher?

Then this is your book. It was well written, and answered as many questions as possible. Leaving me with hope that humanity will never go to these lengths again.

[Shel Holmes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great history book

If you knew nothing about the Salem Witch Trials and wanted the basic story, this is the perfect. Didn’t ramble into boredom, kept my attention AND I throughly enjoyed it. Learned many things I didn’t know before!!

[Keith · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great summary of the witch trials for those just getting familiar with what took place, the names and potential motivations involved.

[Andrew · Rating 3 out of 5]

Unnecessary backstory on some people involved. As a whole it was short.

[Mandy Peterson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Explains how a population can be overtaken by fanaticism and madness

[Marsha Iddings · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a thought provoking book for me. It’s a study on human behavior. Nothing in human behavior has changed in all these years.

[Andrew · Rating 5 out of 5]

Perfect length and dive

The depth of the book was perfect for me. Read it on a trip to Salem this fall . The book tells you what you need to know with no fluff or repetition.

[Stefanie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another fun KindleUnlimited find! These “Captivating History” books are easy to read and very informative. Will definitely be reading more.

[Denise · Rating 4 out of 5]

History

This takes you back in time to see how and why the witch trials were held. Many interesting facts and ideas

[Pam · Rating 4 out of 5]

More books on the witch trials. Honestly these books are starting to run together for me. I gain something from each one though.

[Kristen Britt · Rating 3 out of 5]

Informative and interesting.

[Nanc · Rating 5 out of 5]

very interesting and informative

This book was very informative of the witch trials. Such a tragic story of innocent lives. Visit Salem if you are able.

[Ana Maria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Incredible book!!

I really enjoyed, very easy to read and understand. The narrative was impressive. Hi hi hi hi hi hi hi

[Josh · Rating 4 out of 5]

An interesting and detailed delv into the ugly history of the origins of America.

[Kelly B · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting read. Heartbreaking that all these ppl were accused of something for nothing

[Patti Stites · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fascinating backstory of Salem Witch trials.