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The Witches: Suspicion, Betrayal, and Hysteria on 1692 Salem By Stacy Schiff

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October 20, 2026

The Witches: Suspicion, Betrayal, and Hysteria on 1692 Salem By Stacy Schiff 4 stars.

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