""Salem Witchcraft And Cotton Mather: A Reply"" is a historical book written by Charles Wentworth Upham. The book is a response to the criticism faced by Cotton Mather, a prominent figure in the Salem Witch Trials of 1692, who has been accused of promoting the witch-hunting hysteria that led to the execution of innocent people. Upham, a historian and minister, defends Mather's actions and argues that he was not responsible for the witch trials. The book provides a detailed account of the events that took place during the ...
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""Salem Witchcraft And Cotton Mather: A Reply"" is a historical book written by Charles Wentworth Upham. The book is a response to the criticism faced by Cotton Mather, a prominent figure in the Salem Witch Trials of 1692, who has been accused of promoting the witch-hunting hysteria that led to the execution of innocent people. Upham, a historian and minister, defends Mather's actions and argues that he was not responsible for the witch trials. The book provides a detailed account of the events that took place during the Salem Witch Trials and sheds light on the political and social context of the time. Upham draws upon primary sources such as court records, diaries, and letters to support his argument. He also provides a biography of Cotton Mather, highlighting his contributions to the field of science and theology.Upham's book is a significant contribution to the study of the Salem Witch Trials and provides a new perspective on the role of Cotton Mather. The book is well-researched and offers a comprehensive analysis of the events that took place during the witch trials. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of witchcraft in America.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.
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