This book, written by Cotton Mather at the request of the Colonial Governor to justify the witchcraft proceedings, does more than just give an account of the trials themselves. Mather provides insights into the entire realm of Puritan cosmology. From the hierarchical structure of satanic forces to the millennial theology that had many Puritans convinced that the "Last Days" were just a few years away. So, read this for the account of the trials, but also read it to learn about the Cotton Mather and his society.