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The Witchcraft of Salem Village

By: Shirley Jackson
Narrated by: Gabrielle de Cuir
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Summary

A detailed account of one of the strangest and most shocking episodes in American history, written by the author of "The Lottery".

Stories of magic, superstition, and witchcraft were strictly forbidden in the little town of Salem Village. But a group of young girls ignored those rules, spellbound by the tales told by a woman named Tituba. When questioned about their activities, the terrified girls set off a whirlwind of controversy as they accused townsperson after townsperson of being witches. Author Shirley Jackson examines in careful detail this horrifying true story of accusations, trials, and executions that shook a community to its foundations.

©1956 Shirley Jackson (P)2014 Blackstone Audio, Inc. Education & Learning Geography & Cultures History North America Magic Witchcraft Nonfiction Scary Classics Magic Users History For Kids
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a very good account of the situation
of the witch trials etc.
narrator was also very good.

a good portrayal

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A really fascinating account of the Salem Witch Trials. Gives a great overview of what happened and possible interpretations without pushing you in one direction or the other. Great to read during Halloween week.

Fascinating

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Fantastically told account of a difficult subject matter- a great meditatation on the dangers of mass hysteria and the hive mind, also an intriguing lesson in history- well worth a listen, wonderfully narrated aswell- just wish it'd been longer!

Amazing and harrowing account.

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Loved it, very accessible and great read for anyone interested in the truth of Salem

Very interesting

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Shirley Jackson is one of my favorite authors, this book is the perfect example on how she could write about almost anything and make it witty and interesting.

Perfect Halloween read

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