An unforgettable and thrilling classic from the legendary American author, Increase Mather.

"The Digital Puritan" is a quarterly digest of select Puritan works. The original text is carefully and sparingly modernized to improve the clarity of the work, while retaining its original character. Articles are typically more devotional in nature than academic. Each article has a brief introduction and is embedded with dozens of end-note hyperlinks to Scripture references and other helpful notes. No internet connection is required. This edition contains the following articles:...

The two very rare works reprinted in the present volume, written by two of the most celebrated of the early American divines, relate to one of the most extraordinary cases of popular delusion that modern times have witnessed. It was a delusion, moreover, to which men of learning and piety lent themselves, and thus became the means of increasing it. The scene of this affair was the puritanical colony of New England, since better known as Massachusetts, the colonists of which appear to have ...

"The Wonders of the Invisible World" is a compelling work by Cotton Mather, with contributions from Increase Mather, that delves into the complexities of the Salem witch trials. This book serves as a defense of the trials and the actions taken against those accused of witchcraft. Mather's writing reflects the intense religious fervor of the time, as he seeks to justify the persecution of supposed witches by framing it within the context of a battle against evil. The text is both a historic...

The two very rare works reprinted in the present volume, written by two of the most celebrated of the early American divines, relate to one of the most extraordinary cases of popular delusion that modern times have witnessed. It was a delusion, moreover, to which men of learning and piety lent themselves, and thus became the means of increasing it. The scene of this affair was the puritanical colony of New England, since better known as Massachusetts, the colonists of which appear to have ...

The anthology 'The Wonders of the Invisible World' delves into the fascinating realm of the supernatural as interpreted through early American Puritan thought. By weaving together sermons, essays, and historical narratives, this collection explores the phenomena of witchcraft trials and the Puritanical attempts to defend their religious ideology against perceived malevolent forces. The text offers a captivating exploration of the struggles and fears of a society seeking divine validation d...

Salem Bewitched gathers a striking archive of interpretation around the Salem witchcraft crisis, bringing together theological polemic, eyewitness-inflected recollection, local history, antiquarian inquiry, and later popular or psychological speculation. The volume traces how a single episode became a durable American cultural text: a site of contested evidence, religious anxiety, communal memory, and moral judgment. Early ministerial writings stand beside nineteenth-century historical rea...

The True Story of Salem: Books 1-7 stands as a profound exploration of early American life, uniquely charting the socio-religious turmoil of the Salem witch trials through a robust collection of testimonies, letters, sermons, and accounts. This anthology showcases a range of literary styles from didactic exposés to impassioned narratives, providing readers with a diverse panorama of perspectives on Puritan society. The varying tones and approaches within the collection, inform and challeng...

The anthology, *The True Story of Salem: Book 1-7*, provides an illuminating exploration into the complex and turbulent period of the Salem witch trials through a meticulously curated selection of writings. Ranging across a variety of literary styles, from first-hand accounts and journalistic observations to reflective essays, the collection unfolds the multifaceted nature of this infamous chapter in history. Without attributing to a singular author, standout pieces capture harrowing narra...

The True Story of Salem: Book 1-7 is a comprehensive anthology that intricately weaves the complex narrative tapestry of the Salem witch trials. Spanning a range of literary styles from eyewitness accounts to philosophical treatises, this collection offers a multifaceted examination of one of history's most infamous events. It thoughtfully juxtaposes descriptive narratives with analytical reflections, presenting a heterogeneous array of documents that challenge conventional interpretations...

Salem Bewitched presents a compelling anthology of writings that explore the infamous Salem witch trials, weaving together a tapestry of historical narratives, personal reflections, and astute analyses. Within its pages, readers will encounter a rich diversity of literary styles, ranging from firsthand accounts to critical essays, each piece contributing to a nuanced understanding of this pivotal era. The collection captures the tumultuous convergence of superstition, fear, and human frail...

The True Story of Salem: Book 1–7 gathers historical narrative, antiquarian inquiry, theological reflection, and documentary reconstruction around Salem's most enduringly contested legacy: the 1692 witchcraft crisis and its social afterlives. Its range—from firsthand-inflected colonial accounts to later historical syntheses—shows how Salem has been interpreted as religious tragedy, judicial failure, local history, and national moral lesson. The collection's juxtaposition of evidentiary det...