Who Were the Accused Witches of Salem?: And Other Questions about the Witchcraft Trials
Jan 2012 · Lerner Publications
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In June 1692, a jury in Salem, Massachusetts, found Bridget Bishop guilty of performing witchcraft. The only evidence against her was villagers' testimony. As punishment she was publicly hanged. Meanwhile, local girls had been behaving oddly for months. They cried out of being pinched or choked by a witch's spirit. The girls accused neighbors, outcasts, and respected community members of tormenting them. As fear spread through Salem, jails filled with the accused. In the end, nineteen people were hanged for witchcraft in one of the darkest moments in U.S. history.
But what led to this terrifying event?
Who was likely to be accused?
Why did the witchcraft fever finally come to an end?
Discover the facts about the Salem Witchcraft Trials and the mark they left on the U.S. justice system.
But what led to this terrifying event?
Who was likely to be accused?
Why did the witchcraft fever finally come to an end?
Discover the facts about the Salem Witchcraft Trials and the mark they left on the U.S. justice system.
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Jimi Haibon
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September 29, 2017
As a descendant to Bridget Bishop, this book is by far a great representation of these heinous events, you have depicted enough to gather an understanding of the true events, but not overbearing, I read it to analyze it before giving it to my daughter, and I am overly excited to have her read it, and the quiz at the end is perfect, to ensure she understands what she read, we visit Salem at least twice a month. It is truly home, and my daughter "Disney world". My only sentiment is I think you should've covered Giles a little more, as he was such an amazing, steadfast, Crotchety old soul, but he was a man of his convictions, and died standing firm to his innocence! Okay I'm sorry enough now lol again though thank you from all of us and our ancestors! For today they all smile upon You! Blessed Be to you and yours!
About the author
Laura Hamilton Waxman lives in Minnesota and has written many nonfiction books for young readers.
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