Malcolm Gaskill
Malcolm Gaskill is a British historian and author, specializing in early modern history, witchcraft, and the social history of England. He has written several books and articles on these subjects, and his work is known for its depth of research and engaging narrative style. Gaskill is also a professor of early modern history at the University of East Anglia.
Books
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1. The Ruin Of All Witches
This historical work delves into the chilling tale of a 17th-century New England witch hunt, exploring the tragic case of a husband and wife accused of witchcraft in a Puritan settlement. The narrative weaves a rich tapestry of colonial America, where fear and superstition reigned, leading to a harrowing sequence of events that culminated in a trial and execution. Through meticulous research, the book sheds light on the societal and religious tensions of the time, offering a poignant examination of human nature, justice, and the destructive power of paranoia and zealotry in a community gripped by a witchcraft panic.
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