Salem witch trials : delve into the background, events, and aftermath of America's deadliest witch hunt

Hunter, Nick, author.

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Uncover the chilling story of the Salem witch trials and the events that shattered a devout community. Take an in-depth look at the complex social and religious backdrop of Salem and meet all the key players--from the accusers to the accused, and from the decision makers to those who dared to defend the innocent.

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Trials (Witchcraft) Massachusetts Salem History 17th century Juvenile literature

Trials (Witchcraft) Massachusetts Salem Juvenile literature

Witchcraft Massachusetts Juvenile literature

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ISBN:

9780593969946
9780593969939
0593969944

Edition:

First American edition

Description:

47 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cm

Target Audience Note:

Interest age level: Ages 7-10
Interest grade level: Grades 2-5

Notes:

Includes index
Publisher, pagination and printing dates may vary

Contents:

History in perspective
Key events: what happened when
Key people: who's who
Key location: Salem village
Salem in crisis
Belief in witchcraft
Illness and accusations
The spread of panic
A new court covenes
Under suspcion
Who was accused?
Family feuds
Justice and fairness
Trials opposed
The last trials
Repairing the damage
Lessons from history
Uncovering the truth
Vocabulary builder: Turmoil in Salem

Control Number:

3398931

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