On Witchcraft: Being The Wonders Of The Invisible World 1692 - Paperback

by Cotton Mather (Author)

On Witchcraft: Being The Wonders Of The Invisible World 1692 is a historical book written by Cotton Mather. It is a detailed account of the infamous Salem witch trials that took place in Massachusetts in the late 17th century. The book is divided into three parts, the first of which describes the events leading up to the trials, including the accusations made against the accused witches and the subsequent investigations. The second part focuses on the trials themselves, including the testimonies of witnesses and the verdicts rendered by the court. The third part of the book discusses the aftermath of the trials, including the impact they had on the community and the legacy they left behind. Throughout the book, Mather provides his own commentary on the events, drawing on his extensive knowledge of theology and the supernatural. On Witchcraft: Being The Wonders Of The Invisible World 1692 is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of witchcraft and the Salem witch trials.First Published At Boston In October 1692 And Now Reprinted, With Additional Matter and Old Wood-Cuts, For The Library Of The Fantastic and Curious.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.