Witchcraft or the Witch of Salem: A Legend of Old New England, in Five Acts (1882)

""Witchcraft Or The Witch Of Salem: A Legend Of Old New England, In Five Acts"" is a play written by Espy W. H. Williams and first published in 1882. The play is set in the town of Salem, Massachusetts during the infamous Salem witch trials of the late 17th century. The story follows the trial of a young woman named Margaret, who is accused of practicing witchcraft. As the trial progresses, the townspeople become increasingly hysterical and paranoid, leading to a tragic and shocking conclusion. The play explores themes of superstition, fear, and the dangers of mass hysteria. It is a classic work of American literature and a fascinating glimpse into a dark chapter of American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.