The Witchcraft Delusion in Colonial Connecticut (1647-1697)

"The Witchcraft Delusion in Colonial Connecticut (1647-1697)" by John M. (John Metcalf) Taylor is a historical exploration of the witch trials that consumed Connecticut for half a century. The book reveals the events and misconceptions that resulted in many people being wrongly accused of witchcraft. Taylor uses historical documents, such as grand jury papers and accusations against people like Mary Staple and John Carrington, to show the intensity of the time. Early on, the book shows how religion, people's fears, and the law added to the witch hunts, creating the environment in colonial Connecticut.