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What, according to Escaping Salem, were the folk religious beliefs of people accused of witchcraft in colonial New England, and what does this tell us about the underlying cause of the witch trials?

Sandy Mark This book is focused on a specific set of trials in Fairfield, Connecticut held around 1692. While general attitude of the populace in relation to wom…moreThis book is focused on a specific set of trials in Fairfield, Connecticut held around 1692. While general attitude of the populace in relation to women and how the community felt about witchcraft is discussed, there isn't an in-depth discussion on religion. Note that these trials occurred after those in Salem and were very much influenced by them. Participants were mindful of repeating the same mistakes. That's interesting to note, since it clarifies that not everyone in colonial New England were determined to find and hang witches.(less)

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