Delusion

Delusion: Or The Witch Of New England is a novel written by Eliza Buckminster Lee in 1839. The story is set in the 17th century and revolves around the Salem Witch Trials. The protagonist, a young woman named Edith, is accused of being a witch and is put on trial. As the story progresses, it becomes clear that the accusations against Edith are based on superstition and fear rather than any evidence of wrongdoing. The novel explores themes of religious fanaticism, mass hysteria, and the dangers of mob mentality. It also highlights the importance of individual rights and the need for a fair and just legal system. Delusion: Or The Witch Of New England is a thought-provoking and engaging work of historical fiction that sheds light on a dark chapter in American history.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.