A Brief and True Narrative of Some Remarkable Passages Relating to Sundry Persons Afflicted by Witchcraft, at Salem Village

Deodat Lawson's firsthand account of the Salem Witch Trials is a stark reminder of the dangers of superstition and hysteria. Written during the height of the trials, Lawson's narrative offers a chilling glimpse into the lives of the accused and the devastating impact of the witch hunt on a small New England community.

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