The Devil in the Shape of a Woman

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Witchcraft in Colonial New England

By Carol F. Karlsen

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The Devil in the Shape of a Woman by Carol F. Karlsen is a historical exploration of the Salem witch trials and broader witchcraft persecutions in Puritan New England. The book delves into the societal, religious, and gender dynamics of the time, examining why women, especially those who challenged the norms, were often targeted. Karlsen provides a detailed analysis of the intersection between gender, power, and economic factors in early American history.
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This book may appeal to you if you have an interest in the history of witchcraft, gender roles, and the social dynamics of early America. It offers a fascinating examination of the Salem witch trials and how women's roles and perceptions shaped these events. If you're curious about the intersection of history, gender, and power, this scholarly work provides thought-provoking insights.

The Devil in the Shape of a Woman

"A pioneer work in…the sexual structuring of society. This is not just another book about witchcraft." —Edmund S. Morgan, Yale University

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Confessing to "Familiarity with the Devils," Mary Johnson, a servant, was executed by Connecticut officials in 1648. A wealthy Boston widow, Ann Hibbens, was hanged in 1656 for casting spells on her neighbours. In 1662, Ann Cole was "taken with very strange Fits" and fuelled an outbreak of witchcraft accusations in Hartford a generation before the notorious events in Salem took place.

More than three hundred years later, the question still haunts us: Why were these and other women likely witches? Why were they vulnerable to accusations of witchcraft?

In this work, Carol Karlsen reveals the social construction of witchcraft in seventeenth-century New England and illuminates the larger contours of gender relations in that society.

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The Devil in the Shape of a Woman offers a compelling study into the lives and challenges of women accused of witchcraft, highlighting their individuality and the societal fears that led to their persecution. The book has been praised for its nuanced portrayal of these women, depicting them not as mere archetypes but as real individuals in a society troubled by their defiance and autonomy.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780393317596

Publisher: WW Norton & Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 April 1998

Country: United States

Imprint: WW Norton & Co

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 336g

Pages: 384

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Carol F. Karlsen Education & Reference Global History History & Military Non-Fiction Religion & Spirituality

About the Author

Carol F. Karlsen is professor of history at the University of Michigan.