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A Mirror for Witches. Illustrated

Name: A Mirror for Witches. Illustrated
Author: Esther Forbes

Esther Forbes,

English
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eBook - ePub

A Mirror for Witches. Illustrated

Esther Forbes,

About this book

A Mirror for Witches by Esther Forbes is a haunting and beautifully written historical novel that examines the hysteria of witch trials in 17th-century New England. Published in 1928, the book draws thematic parallels to the Salem witch trials, blending historical accuracy with literary elegance in a story that feels both timeless and eerily relevant. The novel follows the life of Doll Bilby, a young orphaned girl who becomes the target of suspicion and religious paranoia in her Puritan community. Accused of witchcraft and believed to be in league with the Devil, Doll is slowly alienated, feared, and ultimately persecuted by those around her. Through her tragic story, Forbes explores the destructive power of superstition, isolation, and mass hysteria. Told in the form of a mock-historical document, the novel cleverly mimics the tone and language of the 17th century, adding authenticity and emotional weight. Forbes's prose is lyrical yet restrained, capturing the oppressive atmosphere of a time when fear overruled reason. A Mirror for Witches is not only a chilling tale of injustice, but also a powerful allegory about society's tendency to scapegoat the innocent. It remains a literary classic that speaks to the dangers of fear, ignorance, and unchecked authority.

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