Enter the tumultuous world of 1692 New England, when people, gripped by religious hysteria and accusations of sorcery, began the Salem Witch Trials. As Europe largely overcomes the witch craze, dozens face accusations of witchcraft, leading to executions. Centuries later, scholars and artists remain fascinated, exploring the collective mania's root causes. Uncover competing theories involving religious fervor, suppressed sexuality, fear of "devilish Indians," avarice, and the puritanical dual worldview, making Salem a dark chapter in American history.

Enter the tumultuous world of 1692 New England, when people, gripped by religious hysteria and accusations of sorcery, began the Salem Witch Trials. As Europe largely overcomes the witch craze, dozens face accusations of witchcraft, leading to executions. Centuries later, scholars and artists remain fascinated, exploring the collective mania's root causes. Uncover competing theories involving religious fervor, suppressed sexuality, fear of "devilish Indians," avarice, and the puritanical dual worldview, making Salem a dark chapter in American history.