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

by Cotton Mather (Author)

On Witchcraft: Being The Wonders Of The Invisible World 1692 is a book written by Cotton Mather, a prominent Puritan minister and theologian in colonial America. The book is a detailed account of the Salem witch trials that occurred in 1692, in which over 200 people were accused of witchcraft and 20 were executed. Mather's account includes transcripts of the court proceedings, as well as his own commentary on the events.Mather believed that the witch trials were a sign of God's wrath and a warning to the people of Salem to repent of their sins. He also believed that the accused witches were in league with the devil and that their actions were responsible for the suffering and afflictions of the townspeople.The book is divided into several sections, each of which explores a different aspect of the witch trials. Mather discusses the history of witchcraft, the accusations and trials, the confessions of the accused, and the ultimate outcome of the trials.On Witchcraft: Being The Wonders Of The Invisible World 1692 is an important historical document that provides insight into the religious and cultural beliefs of colonial America. It is also a cautionary tale about the dangers of superstition, fear, and hysteria.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.