The Psychology Of The Salem Witchcraft Excitement Of 1692 And Its Practical Application To Our Own Time (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781430488026)

""The Psychology of the Salem Witchcraft Excitement of 1692 and Its Practical Application to Our Own Time"" is a non-fiction book written by George M. Beard. The book explores the infamous Salem Witch Trials of 1692 and delves into the psychological factors that contributed to the hysteria and persecution of innocent people. Beard examines the role of fear, superstition, and group dynamics in the witchcraft accusations and trials. He also draws parallels between the events of 1692 and contemporary society, discussing how similar psychological mechanisms can lead to mass hysteria and moral panics in modern times. The book provides a fascinating insight into the psychology of human behavior and the dangers of groupthink. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Salem Witch Trials or the psychology of group dynamics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: George M. Beard
ISBN-10: 1430488026
ISBN-13: 9781430488026
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/17/2007
Pages: 136
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.46lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.32d