Surveys 560 - Witchcraft in Colonial America

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Allegheny College

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Description:

This seminar investigates the social, political, economic, religious, and literary interpretations of the Salem Village witchcraft trials of 17th-century Massachusetts Bay Colony. The culture of Puritanism is explored. Students are required to formulate their own interpretation of the events studied. Prerequisites: History 230 or 324 and permission of the instructor.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.allegheny.edu

Phone Number:

(814) 332-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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