A Short History of the Salem Village Witchcraft Trials / Illustrated by a Verbatim Report of the Trial of Mrs. Elizabeth Howe

Name: A Short History of the Salem Village Witchcraft Trials / Illustrated by a Verbatim Report of the Trial of Mrs. Elizabeth Howe
Author: M. V. B. Perley

By M. V. B. Perley

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The work surveys the Salem Village witchcraft persecutions, tracing legal and biblical roots of witchcraft laws, outlining the origins and spread of the prosecutions, and presenting a verbatim transcript of the trial of Elizabeth Howe alongside related affidavits, warrants, charts, and illustrations. It juxtaposes contemporary records with commentary on courtroom procedure, evidentiary practices, religious influences, and social context, and includes maps, portraits, and genealogical notes to help situate names, places, and outcomes for readers seeking a documentary account and interpretive historical outline.

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M. V. B. Perley

M. V. B. Perley is an author known for his work on the Salem witch trials, particularly through his book "A Short History of the Salem Village Witchcraft Trials / Illustrated by a Verbatim Report of the Trial of Mrs. Elizabeth Howe." This work provides a detailed account of one of the most infamous events in American colonial history, offering insights into the social and legal dynamics of the time. Perley's writing contributes to the understanding of the witch trials and their lasting impact on American culture and legal practices.