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Name: Witch hunt
Rating: 2 (1 reviews)
Author: Stephen Krensky

Set in Salem Village, Massachusetts during the late 17th century, this account details how a series of accusations by a group of young girls sparked widespread panic. The narrative explores how ordinary members of the community were subjected to intense scrutiny and scandal, illustrating the social dynamics and customs that fueled the witch crisis. The book provides a clear view of the psychological and communal forces that turned the village into a scene of terror, reflecting the anxieties of early colonial life and the fragile nature of social cohesion.

First publish date: 1989

Genre: History/Modern History

Authors: Stephen Krensky

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