The Real Witches of New EnglandReveals the origins and history of the New England witch hysteria, its continuing repercussions, and the multilayered practices of todays modern witches. The Real Witches of New England shares the stories of 13 accused witches from the New England colonies through interviews with their living descendants. It explores the positive role witches played in rural communities until the dawn of the industrial age, despite ongoing persecution. The book