Profiles people who have been the driving force behind the most critical events of the Salem witch trials, including Heinrich Kramer, James Sprenger, Elizabeth Parris, Anne Putnam and Sarah Good.
"Covers the Salem Witch Trials as a watershed event in U.S. history, influencing social, economic, and political policies that shaped the nation's future"--Provided by publisher.
Contains factual details of the Salem witch trials that took place in colonial Massachusetts in the late 1600s, providing multiple accounts of the event through the point of view of a minister, an accused witch, and an accuser.
Discusses the witchcraft trials in Salem in 1692, the events leading up to them, and how the trials have been viewed by different historians since then.
Discusses the Salem witch trials, including their Puritan background, the accusations made, and the outcome of the social hysteria that produced the situation.
"Examines the witchcraft trials in Salem Village, including the young girls' accusations, the hearings and trials, and the inspiration for the movie, The Crucible"--Provided by publisher.